Purchasing Manager M/F

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fixed-term contract from November 1, 2026, to August 30, 2027 As part of a temporary replacement, we are recruiting a Group Purchasing Manager to drive the purchasing policy and guarantee the performance of the Group's suppliers. Main missions

• Roll out and implement the Group's purchasing policy.
• Drive the purchasing strategies for the families under responsibility.
• Supervise consultations, negotiations, and contracting with suppliers.
• Monitor and improve the quality, cost, lead time, and CSR performance of partners.
• Manage supplier risks.
• Contribute to the development of new offers in connection with the marketing, industrial, and quality teams.
• Support internal teams in their OPEX/CAPEX projects requiring purchasing expertise.
• Ensure regular reporting to the Purchasing and Supply Chain Management.
• Integrate, manage, and lead a team of 10 direct and indirect buyers.

REQUIRED PROFILE:

• Higher education Bac+5 (Purchasing, Engineering, or Business School)
• At least 10 years of experience in industrial purchasing
• Strong skills in negotiation and project management
• Ability to work in a multi-site and international environment
• Recognized leadership and experience in team management
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence cross-functionally
• Autonomy, sense of priorities, and results orientation
• Proficiency in professional English

Work Environment Reporting to the Group Purchasing & Supply Chain Director, you will work in close collaboration with the Industrial, Product Development, Finance, Quality, and Information Systems departments, as well as with the Group's strategic suppliers. Conditions

• Contract: CDD
• Period: from November 1, 2026, to August 30, 2027.
• Location: Thônes (74).
• Occasional travel in France and Europe.
• Executive status - 218-day flat-rate (forfait)