IT/Telecom Lead Buyer

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Job Summary

Job Purpose

The IT/Telecom lead buyer is supporting the IT/Telecom global category manager. Commodities managed are :software;hardware;IT services;telecom (services and devices);I.O.T…..

Global yearly spend is around 70M€.

Responsibilities

Manage RFP’s corresponding to IT roadmap/business needs (ex : software; hardware;networks;cybersecurity…)
Negotiate prices and contract with suppliers (editors;resellers….)
Manage contracts renewals; renegotiation
Implement strategies defined at category level ( interlock with regions to track evidences)
Handle all administrative tasks related to category management (contract database update; suppliers reporting collection and consolidation;business reviews preparation..)
Support local purchasing teams on spot projects (in various categories)
Work under the guidances of the IT/Telecom Global Category Manager
Work in close collaboration with IT function as primary internal stakeholder (mainly located in Europe)
End to end purchasing process management
Report purchasing performance (savings)
Supportive of purchasing digitalization (E-procurement)

Qualifications & Experience

BSc in technology or purchasing/supply chain
Minimum 4 to 6 years’ experience in IT/Telecom purchasing (software;hardware;mobility…)
Knowledge of other indirect purchasing categories is a plus
English : Fluent / French is a plus
Strong analytical skills
Curious about other categories

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

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