Purchasing Manager

For our client, a technology leader in air conditioning equipment and systems for indoor air quality, we are looking for a Purchasing Manager who will report directly to the Managing Director.The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the strategic sourcing & operational procurement of materials, equipment, and services necessary for industrial operations and facility management.Your responsabilities :This role ensures that purchasing activities predominant in overall profitability are cost-effective, timely, and aligned with the company's production needs, the quality standards and the strategy of the company.You lead and develop the purchasing team in operational sourcing and tactical negotiation dimensions, balancing assignments and setting clear goals & measurable KPIs.You negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure optimal balance between pricing, quality and delivery patterns while having also a strong focus on overall working capital objectives.You develop and implement procurement strategies that support production schedules, cost targets and product mix evolutions through constant enhancing of forecasting systems involving production, design, R&D, business development and finance teamsYou become an expert in internal management systems (ie. ERP+) to be mastered, properly configurated, regularly updated and further enhanced for continuous improvement.You maintain an document clear efficient procedures & organize agreement's traceability for management follow-up, trainings and ISO purposes.You monitor supplier performance with corrective action plans when needed (score cards) and maintain strong vendor's relationships to ensure reliability and continuous improvement.You are able to identify and mitigate supply chain risks by organizing minimum dual sourcing based on clear standard specifications for all (critical) components combined with contingency planning.You develop with R&D support, innovative mindset with suppliers to ensure sustainability solutions towards 2030 target for reducing GHG emissions intensity by 52%.You liaise with other entities for suppliers acting for applying the full possible leverage. Visit suppliers on site for assessing vendor's capabilities.You analyze market trends and document structured market intelligence for proper strategic decisions and defining annual budgets with savings program.Your Qualifications :Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.You have a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field.You benefit from 5 yeard of experience in industrial purchasing or supply chain management.You have knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials is a real plus.You are fluent in English and French.Your Key Competencies will be :Strategic thinking and decision-making while also hands-on attitudeCooperative leadership style (internal/external customers) & Team developmentStrong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.Problem-solving and adaptabilityCost, quality, service mindsetSupplier relationship managementOur offer :A permanent contract with a leading supplier group in the indoor environment sector.A real stepping stone in your career in terms of development within a close-knit and committed team.A nice salary package with your responsibilities, with attractive extra-legal benefits.