Purchasing Director

Client of MaroCadres

Strategy & Objectives:

• Define purchasing policies in line with the company's overall strategy.
• Set and monitor objectives for cost reduction, supplier performance and process optimization.
• Guarantee the security of strategic supplies for industrial activity.
• Lead initiatives related to sustainability, regulatory compliance and social responsibility in purchasing.

Organization & Management:

• Supervise and lead the purchasing team (recruitment, training, assessment and skills development).
• Develop internal procedures to ensure an efficient and standards-compliant purchasing organization.
• Identify future needs and contribute to budget planning and investments.

Operational purchasing management:

• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best conditions in terms of price, quality, deadlines and services.
• Establish and monitor framework contracts with strategic suppliers.
• Supervise the end-to-end purchasing process (need for calls for tender, negotiation of contracts, monitoring).
• Develop lasting partnerships with key suppliers and evaluate their performance.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with production, maintenance, finance and logistics to anticipate needs and optimize flows.
• be the ambassador of purchasing policies to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure regular communication with senior management on the achievement of objectives and identified risks.

Compliance & Risks:

• Ensure compliance of purchases with legal, regulatory and tax requirements.
• Evaluate and prevent risks related to suppliers (financial, quality, supply chain).
• Contribute to the implementation of quality and certification procedures in the purchasing area.