TEMPORARY GLOBAL CATEGORY BUYER – IT / IS (M/W)

JR France; Pays de la Loire; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in the dairy industry is seeking a temporary Global Category Buyer for the IT/IS category. This influential role involves leading negotiations, developing procurement expertise, and collaborating across divisions to optimize value and performance in IT categories. Candidates should have a solid background in IT procurement and fluency in English and French, with a strategic mindset and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in IT procurement.
• Fluency in English and French is required.
• Proven record of impactful results.

Responsabilités

• Lead negotiations for strategic IT projects.
• Support global initiatives to enhance IT category performance.
• Collaborate with local buyers for efficiency.

Connaissances

IT procurement

Strategic mindset

Relationship building

Negotiation

Cost optimization

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Posted:

28.06.2025

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Why should you join LACTALIS?

Lactalis is the worldwide leader of the Dairy Industry with a turnover of 30 billion euros at the end of 2024.

We are growing our iconic brands such as President, Galbani, Siggi’s, Leerdammer, Stonyfield, Kraft, and operate more than 275 factories on 5 continents.

Joining Lactalis Group means becoming part of a family-owned group with core values like Ambition, Commitment, and Simplicity.

This position allows you to leverage your expertise in Global Procurement on international projects, supported by accessible managers.

The Group’s growth will bring challenges and career opportunities in our Procurement Organization, in France or abroad.

We are seeking a temporary Global Category Buyer – IT / IS, to support the IT strategy category with a spend of around 200M€ and to animate a global network of IT buyers.

As a key member of the Global Procurement Team, you will collaborate across different divisions to drive impactful and strategic projects, focusing on optimizing quality, cost, innovation, and overall performance in IT categories including Hardware, Software, Communication, and Services.

This high-visibility role positions you as a key player in shaping and executing the Global IT/IS procurement strategy.

Your Mission & Challenges:

- Lead operational negotiations for complex and strategic IT projects, driving cost optimization and value creation.

- Develop expertise in IT procurement within a dynamic international environment.

- Support global initiatives to enhance the economic and sustainable performance of the IT category.

- Co-animate an international network of 15+ regional/local buyers, fostering collaboration and efficiency.

What is essential for us?

- A minimum of 2-3 years experience in IT procurement with a proven track record of impactful results.

- Fluency in English and French.

- A strategic mindset, able to align stakeholders across diverse functions and seize new business opportunities.

- Ability to align strategy and stakeholders around identified and new business opportunities.

- Resilience and tenacity, combined with strong relationship-building skills to establish credibility and an efficient network.

- A results-oriented mindset, driven to deliver measurable value in IT procurement categories.

What's next?

Click the “apply now” button and submit your application. After an initial telephone interview, you will meet your future manager and our Talent Manager.