Strategic Outsourcing & Procurement Specialist

Excelya; Saclay; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelya is seeking an Outsourcing Specialist to empower the Outsourcing Management team within a transforming Translational Medicine environment. You will drive procurement processes, contract management, sourcing activities, user support, and change initiatives related to new tools and ways of working.

You will collaborate with Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Business teams, develop training materials, and support user adoption. 3–5 years of relevant experience and fluent French are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Change Management, Procurement, Business Administration, HR, or related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, outsourcing, change management, contract management, or business support functions.
• Experience supporting ERP, procurement, or purchasing tools.
• Knowledge of COUPA and/or SIRION is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support Outsourcing Managers and business teams throughout purchasing and outsourcing activities.
• Assist with purchase order management and supplier onboarding processes using COUPA.
• Contribute to sourcing activities and purchasing strategies, including Make-or-Buy assessments.
• Support contract preparation, negotiation, and management activities using SIRION.
• Identify training and support needs for users impacted by new tools and processes.
• Drive change management initiatives and facilitate user adoption of new ways of working.
• Support users in navigating procurement, outsourcing, and contract management tools.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of outsourcing processes and operational tools.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Business teams.
• Develop and maintain training materials, user documentation, and process guidelines.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Procurement systems

COUPA

SIRION

Sourcing & purchasing

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Train end users

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Team oriented

Fluent French

English B2+

Education

Master's degree (Change Mgmt/Procurement)

Tools

COUPA

SIRION

ERP systems

Job description

Excelya is seeking an Outsourcing Specialist to empower the Outsourcing Management team within a transforming Translational Medicine environment. You will drive procurement processes, contract management, sourcing activities, user support, and change initiatives related to new tools and ways of working.

You will collaborate with Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Business teams, develop training materials, and support user adoption. 3–5 years of relevant experience and fluent French are preferred.