Purchasing Manager France

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Purchasing Manager - France and drive operational excellence!
 

What You'll Do:

• Lead and manage a team of five strategic buyers to oversee procurement activities across five divisions in France.
• Oversee spend of approximately 400M€, ensuring effective cost optimization and value delivery.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, including direct responsibility for key strategic supplier relationships.
• Drive high-stakes procurement projects while enabling the team to manage operational supplier and contract activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support business objectives.
• Ensure procurement processes are effective, standardized, and aligned with both local and EMEA/global practices.
• Operate successfully in a matrix environment, managing competing priorities and building credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to EMEA/global procurement strategy, supporting alignment and process harmonization across regions.

What You'll Bring:

• A relevant university degree.
• Significant procurement/supply chain experience.
• Experience managing a team of procurement professionals.
• Contract negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Experience with strategic sourcing and category management.
• Cross functional collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Experience with Ariba and SAP.
• Supplier risk management and performance evaluation capabilities.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023! 
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work.