Category Buyer m/f

Company Presentation:

Joining Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance means joining an international industrial group, recognized as a leader in the beauty market. You will evolve in an environment where innovation, precision, and excellence in craftsmanship allow for the design of premium packaging for the largest perfume and cosmetic brands.

The position is based in Sarthe, at Parigné l’Evêque, at our Albéa site, a global center of excellence for perfume caps. This site integrates all the expertise necessary for their realization: design, injection, decoration, and all assembly services.

Scope:

Reporting to the Procurement Director Cosmetics & Fragrance Europe (C&F) and in connection with our 5 European industrial sites (in France and Italy), you act as a true Business Partner to the Product Line sites.

Your main missions are:

• Manage CAPEX purchasing (equipment, industrial infrastructure) and indirect purchasing (Facility Management services, MRO, spare parts), by defining and deploying the purchasing strategy.
• Conduct tenders, negotiations with primarily European suppliers, and formalize contracts for purchases exceeding €100K in collaboration with the legal department.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of responsible and collaborative purchasing strategies, integrating CSR issues.
• Maintain operational proximity with the 5 sites, by making regular trips there and participating in monthly meetings at the headquarters in La Défense.
• Ensure KPI monitoring and propose areas for improvement to Management.
• Actively contribute to the implementation of savings action plans and purchasing productivity projects.
• Manage the QCD performance (quality / cost / Lead time) of strategic suppliers, and ensure market monitoring to anticipate supplier risks.
• Provide occasional technical support to internal C&F teams.

Qualification (education and experience):

• Graduate of an Engineering school or from higher university education with a specialization in international purchasing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial purchasing or industrial services, ideally with a technical sensitivity (CAPEX, maintenance, works).

Technical skills:

• Use of e-sourcing platforms and collaborative tools
• Knowledge of the supplier registration management process
• Data analysis and reporting.
• Interest in ERP systems (SAP) and digital tools.
• Good level of spoken and written English.

Profile sought:

• Rigorous and detail-oriented
• Analytical and negotiation skills
• Good interpersonal skills and sense of service
• Ability to work in a team, to anticipate, and to challenge site recommendations.

Why join us? Join a dynamic and caring team, with personalized support to develop your skills. Participate in international and varied projects!