Global Category Buyer / Procurement Manager

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As part of creating our new global Procurement organization, we are looking for a Global Category Buyer with an EMEA scope in the Nutrition & Health category in fixed term contract for 6 months (beginning mid-January). 

Based in Avignon, France.

You will report to the Senior Category Manager Nutrition & Health, based in Avignon

Missions:

Sourcing Strategy:

•    Help in the development and implementation of RM category strategies
•    Analyze market and implement risk management strategies for the portfolio of Natural specialties (Plants and extracts)
•    Where applicable, lead sourcing strategy development within cross-functional team for key categories
•    Drive sourcing strategy implementation by leading major RFQs and key negotiations

Portfolio Management:

 •    Negotiate contracts 
•    Select, manage, and audit suppliers
•    Identify opportunities for portfolio optimization and actively involve creation and manufacturing in the development of optimization plans
•    Own key supplier relationships, and lead supplier conflict resolutions
•    Communicate to suppliers any forthcoming changes in demand/specifications
•    Ensure adequate contract cover for materials and supplier compliance with contracts
•    Ensure vendor performance at target levels
•    Manage critical supply issues related to quality, and availability to find the best solution with internal stakeholders and suppliers

Stakeholder Relationship: 

•    Communicate to key internal stakeholders any market conditions changes which may affect the Business.
•    Actively support the responsible sourcing projects implementation & provide information to Procurement Sustainability Manager when needed.
•    Work on Scope 3 improvement with suppliers to reach our targets on CO2 emissions

Cost Optimization:

•    Provide sufficient information for business planning process.
•    Develop cost reduction projects 

•    Provide price forecast and market trends for key commodities

Are you an energetic self-starter with a lot of passion for raw materials and Procurement? Does the variety of applying your technical knowledge, building relationships and negotiating excite you?

You?

•    Agronomy University degree preferred or equivalent experience
•    2-3 years’ experience in Procurement and/or functional experience 

•    Knowledge of F&F / Natural products industry
•    Specific technical and market knowledge in the respective category
•    International exposure in previous role a plus
•    Fluent in French and English, other languages a +
•    Excellent negotiation skills.

•    Willingness to travel between 20-30% mainly within region

•    Cultural awareness and adaptable to fast changing business requirements
•    Passion for success with a high energy level

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.
Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.