Lead Buyer Global Storage & Road Transportation MEA

Overview Welcome diversity and apply as you are! At Adisseo, we cherish the value of diversity whatever it may be. The Lead Buyer Global Storage & EMEA Road Transportation is responsible for acquiring the goods and services necessary for the company’s operations for the following scope : Storage activities, bulk & packed, all zones excluding China Europe : shore facilities for exports Other zones (excluding China) : shore facilities for imports and supply routes to final customer Road transportation MEA (2M€, FY spends) : mainly packed mode She/He uses the tools and methods defined by the Corporate Purchasing Department and is responsible for the P2P (Purchase to Pay) process for the segment. She/He insure the reporting to corporate (savings, etc…) She/He negotiates with selected suppliers to obtain the best quality at the best price, while respecting budget constraints, deadlines, and governance rules. Responsibilities Gather and analyze functional requirements and specifications from internal stakeholders Establish ad hoc Purchasing strategies Identify potential suppliers (RFI – Request For Information) Launch tenders and requests for quotations (RFQ – Request For Quotations) Establish a comparison grid to compare the offers, integrating and weighting all key selection criteria Analyze the offers (TCO – Total Cost of Ownership) and conduct negotiations up to supplier selection Draft contractual terms with the support of the legal department, establish purchase contracts including key company KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) Manage supplier relationships, ensure proper contract execution, and handle potential disputes Evaluate supplier performance, conduct audits, monitor claims, and implement corrective actions if necessary Ensure competitive intelligence, monitor market trends and developments, anticipate supply risks, and maintain a panel of suppliers capable of ensuring competitive and innovative supply Comply with standards and regulations, particularly regarding safety, quality, sustainability, and ethics (Corporate Social Responsibility) Ensure compliance with internal purchasing procedures and the company’s quality policy Provide reports and analyses to monitor the performance of the Purchasing function and compliance with budget commitments Participate in compliance audits Qualifications Excellent negotiation and communication skills Ability to analyze and synthesize needs and offers Good knowledge of purchasing techniques and the related segments Good knowledge of IT tools (ERP, Xls, Word) Curiosity and rigor, organizational skills, and priority management Strong ethics and respect for confidentiality Team spirit and ability to interface within matrix organizations English proficiency Prior minimum 5 years’ experience in a Purchasing in a similar role is mandatory Prior experience minimum 5 years’ experience in a Storage and/or transportation company is a plus Ability to work in a team and interact with various stakeholders. Will be part of a global purchasing network with a lot of remote interactions. Will have to seek support from other Purchasing Leaders Responsiveness, adaptability, and proactivity What we offer Inclusive & diverse Culture: Be part of a multicultural and global team of 62 nationalities, operating in 100+ countries, that values diversity, promotes inclusion, and supports work-life balance in a respectful and safe work environment. Benefits: care program, vacation & paid time off, profit-sharing and performance incentives. Learning & Career Development: benefit from continuous training, mentoring, and learning programs, with equal access to career advancement and leadership opportunities. Sustainable and innovative company: work on meaningful projects using cutting-edge technology, with the freedom to innovate and make a real difference. Because we contribute to feeding 8 billion people, sustainability is not an option - it is our ambition. Gather and analyze functional requirements and specifications from internal stakeholders Establish ad hoc Purchasing strategies Identify potential suppliers (RFI – Request For Information) Launch tenders and requests for quotations (RFQ – Request For Quotations) Establish a comparison grid to compare the offers, integrating and weighting all key selection criteria Analyze the offers (TCO – Total Cost of Ownership) and conduct negotiations up to supplier selection Draft contractual terms with the support of the legal department, establish purchase contracts including key company KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) Manage supplier relationships, ensure proper contract execution, and handle potential disputes Evaluate supplier performance, conduct audits, monitor claims, and implement corrective actions if necessary Ensure competitive intelligence, monitor market trends and developments, anticipate supply risks, and maintain a panel of suppliers capable of ensuring competitive and innovative supply Comply with standards and regulations, particularly regarding safety, quality, sustainability, and ethics (Corporate Social Responsibility) Ensure compliance with internal purchasing procedures and the company’s quality policy Provide reports and analyses to monitor the performance of the Purchasing function and compliance with budget commitments Participate in compliance audits Excellent negotiation and communication skills Ability to analyze and synthesize needs and offers Good knowledge of purchasing techniques and the related segments Good knowledge of IT tools (ERP, Xls, Word) Curiosity and rigor, organizational skills, and priority management Strong ethics and respect for confidentiality Team spirit and ability to interface within matrix organizations English proficiency Prior minimum 5 years’ experience in a Purchasing in a similar role is mandatory Prior experience minimum 5 years’ experience in a Storage and/or transportation company is a plus Ability to work in a team and interact with various stakeholders. Will be part of a global purchasing network with a lot of remote interactions. Will have to seek support from other Purchasing Leaders Responsiveness, adaptability, and proactivity What we offer Inclusive & diverse Culture: Be part of a multicultural and global team of 62 nationalities, operating in 100+ countries, that values diversity, promotes inclusion, and supports work-life balance in a respectful and safe work environment. Benefits: care program, vacation & paid time off, profit-sharing and performance incentives. Learning & Career Development: benefit from continuous training, mentoring, and learning programs, with equal access to career advancement and leadership opportunities. Sustainable and innovative company: work on meaningful projects using cutting-edge technology, with the freedom to innovate and make a real difference. Because we contribute to feeding 8 billion people, sustainability is not an option - it is our ambition.