Strategic IT & Data Procurement Manager

Mistral AI; Paris; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare coverage

Parental leave

Relocation support

Wellness programs

Meal allowances

Transportation allowances

Résumé du poste

Mistral AI is seeking a Procurement Category Manager (IT and Data) to own cost-saving initiatives across indirect spend, focusing on IT and Data categories. You will define and execute procurement strategies, renegotiate contracts, and streamline processes to optimize resources.

The role involves leading end-to-end procurement projects, rationalizing tool usage, and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and business owners.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a Buyer/Category Manager in IT, SaaS or data-related categories.
• Proven ability to negotiate with large providers in competitive markets.
• Strong project management skills to handle multiple initiatives and align stakeholders.
• Assertiveness and communication skills to push back constructively and build relationships.
• Adaptability to thrive in dynamic, evolving environments.

Responsabilités

• Lead global negotiations on indirect spend to drive measurable cost savings.
• Define and execute procurement strategies for Data & IT categories.
• Identify and manage existing contracts, tools, and needs (renewals and renegotiations).
• Build and manage supplier panels to reduce fragmentation and improve governance.
• Rationalize tool usage and consolidate internal needs with business owners.
• Lead procurement projects end-to-end, from RFP to contractualization.
• Contribute to digitization of procurement through P2P tool adoption.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Project management

Communication

Adaptability

Stakeholder management

Outils

P2P tools

Description du poste

Mistral AI is seeking a Procurement Category Manager (IT and Data) to own cost-saving initiatives across indirect spend, focusing on IT and Data categories. You will define and execute procurement strategies, renegotiate contracts, and streamline processes to optimize resources.

The role involves leading end-to-end procurement projects, rationalizing tool usage, and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and business owners.