Purchaser

MCC; La Ciotat; Sur place; EUR 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

MCC, a leading label manufacturer, is seeking a Senior Procurement professional in France to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across ISO-compliant operations. You will drive procurement planning, cost reduction, and supplier performance while collaborating with QA, Engineering, and Finance to ensure product quality and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities include contract negotiation, vendor management, audits support, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field.

Responsabilités

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management: identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and compliance with UL and ISO standards.
• UL & ISO Compliance: ensure all purchased products meet UL safety standards and ISO quality requirements; collaborate with QA and Engineering.
• Contract Negotiation & Management: negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and service agreements; draft and manage contracts for compliance.
• Procurement Planning & Execution: forecast material requirements; ensure timely procurement to support production schedules.
• Cost Optimization & Budget Control: analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities; track expenditures against budget.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain records of purchases, contracts, and supplier communications; prepare procurement reports.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with QA, Engineering, Finance, and Production; support audits and continuous improvement; mentor junior staff.
• Lead procurement-related projects; promote compliant, efficient, and ethical sourcing.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

ERP proficiency

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field

Outils

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 11:00 PM

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

Multi-Color Corporation manufactures labels for some of the biggest FMCG brand names found on supermarket shelves, bars, restaurants and hotels globally.We also produce premium-quality labels for high-profile brands in the pharmaceutical, durables and home & personal care sectors. Given the fact our labels are applied to wine, spirits, beverage & soft drinks bottles, food packaging, bathroom products, medicine containers, white goods and automotive products, it is likely that you will put your hands on our labels on a daily basis. It is our labels that identify, promote and help sell our customer’s products!With 100+ manufacturing sites, and 12,000+ employees, we are the Global #1 for prime labels.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and compliance with UL and ISO standards.
• Conduct supplier audits and ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and other relevant certifications.
• Maintain approved vendor lists and ensure suppliers meet regulatory and safety requirements.

2. UL & ISO Compliance

• Ensure all purchased products and components meet UL safety standards and ISO quality requirements.
• Collaborate with QA and Engineering teams to verify supplier certifications and product conformity.
• Maintain documentation and records for compliance audits and regulatory inspections.
• Stay updated on changes in UL, ISO, and other relevant standards affecting procurement.

3. Contract Negotiation & Management

• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and service agreements with suppliers.
• Draft and manage contracts ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
• Resolve disputes and manage supplier performance issues professionally.

4. Procurement Planning & Execution

• Forecast material requirements in collaboration with production and planning teams.
• Ensure timely procurement to support production schedules and minimize downtime.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock turnover.

5. Cost Optimization & Budget Control

• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Track and report procurement expenditures against budget.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers and alternative materials.
• Assess supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor geopolitical and economic factors affecting supply continuity.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier communications.
• Prepare procurement reports for management review.
• Ensure documentation supports UL and ISO audit requirements.

8. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with QA, Engineering, Finance, and Production departments.
• Participate in product development and improvement initiatives.
• Support internal audits and continuous improvement programs.
• Guide and mentor junior purchasing staff.
• Lead procurement-related projects and initiatives.
• Promote a culture of compliance, efficiency, and ethical sourcing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience, with 2+ years in a senior role.
• Familiarity with UL standards and ISO 9001/14001/45001 compliance.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPP, CPSM, CIPS) are preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

For over a century, Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has crafted premium labels for the world’s most iconic and recognizable brands. Our labels elevate emotional connections with consumers and help brands stand out in competitive markets. Honoring our rich history as a market leader, we focus on the future by developing sustainable packaging solutions and consumer-driven innovations.

MCC combines global reach with the personalized touch of local service through our network of facilities across 25+ countries. More than 12,000 teammates come together to make our industry-leading work possible and bring our True Colors to life. Join us at MCC, where every product is Labeled with Care.

Multi-Color is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.