Job Description: We are seeking a Category Manager - Intellectual Services to oversee all purchasing categories of intellectual services at the Group level for Eramet. Reporting to the Director of Indirect Purchasing, you will be the strategic reference for a purchasing portfolio representing a significant volume of international expenses. You will deploy innovative purchasing strategies, manage a network of buyers across the Group's various sites, and act as the key contact for business departments regarding all issues related to intellectual services. Responsibilities: Strategy & Needs Analysis <ul> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Analyze expenses by category, country, and region to identify optimization and pooling opportunities</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Define and implement purchasing strategies tailored to each category of intellectual services, aligned with the Group's priorities</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Support site buyers in operational implementation</li> </ul> Sourcing, Negotiation & Contracting <ul> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Build and optimize a panel of qualified suppliers that comply with the Group's CSR and ethical requirements</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Lead tenders and conduct complex, high-stakes negotiations</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Draft and manage framework contracts throughout their lifecycle, in collaboration with the Legal Department</li> </ul> Supplier Performance & Governance <ul> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Define and monitor supplier KPIs, evaluate the satisfaction of Eramet's departments and sites</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Provide regular reporting to the Purchasing Department, contribute to annual budgets, and ensure compliance with the Group's CSR and ethical policies</li> </ul> Management & Operational Excellence <ul> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Supervise and develop a team of 2 lead buyers (technical studies, technical assistance, and engineering)</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Promote best practices and capitalize on synergies between subsidiaries</li> </ul> Your Profile: <ul> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Master's degree or equivalent in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or Business School.</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Minimum 7 years' experience in IT product management, business analysis or IT project management, ideally in an international industrial environment.</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Strong knowledge of IT architectures, APIs, integrations and data management; familiarity with CSR/compliance regulations is a plus.</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Proven experience managing complex, multi-site and multi-country IT projects.</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Cross-functional leadership, excellent communication skills, rigour and a strong sense of ethics.</li> <li style="line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Fluent English is required.</li> </ul> Our advantages: Join Eramet, a responsible and committed mining group, for an exciting career in a dynamic, inclusive, and international work environment, with numerous development opportunities! Become part of Eramet's teams and benefit from: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">An attractive compensation package including a fixed annual salary, variable pay linked to your performance, profit-sharing and participation plans, and various bonuses depending on your position.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Access to an employee share ownership program</li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">A comprehensive savings and retirement plan co-financed by the company</li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Full coverage of your Navigo pass or sustainable mobility package (bike, carpooling, subscription, transportation allowance, etc.)</li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Up to 2 days of remote work per week, depending on the arrangements within your team</li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Health insurance and provident coverage</li> <li style="text-align:justify;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px">Access to a discounted leisure offer</li> </ul> Present on five continents and bringing together over 70 nationalities, Eramet is inherently a group rich in diversity. We are committed to welcoming all talents, regardless of their gender, disability, age, social or cultural background, sexual orientation, or beliefs. Choosing Eramet means joining a Group where diversity is recognized, respected, and valued. We guarantee support and development opportunities for everyone throughout their professional journey.

Category Manager - Intellectual Services (Paris, FR) @ eramet

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