Site Procurement Manager

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our EMEA Regional Procurement team is integrated into the Solvay Global Procurement Organisation department.
As a Site Procurement Manager, you will manage all sourcing & tactical purchasing activities of all goods and services required for our La Rochelle production site following the Solvay Procurement Governance and in collaboration with the Global Corporate as part of the Regional Procurement organization. You will lead specific transversal purchasing regional initiatives and/or contribute across the entire region spend portfolio for Opex & Capex.
You will be accountable for:

• Active member of the site (extended) leadership team and working with the site's stakeholders to identify priorities, needs, issues, areas of improvement, smart alternatives and cost effective innovation opportunities
• Leading the Spend Review Challenges (SRC) at the site, implementing of savings initiatives and support site operations
• Sourcing, negotiating, and managing (or leveraging) local and regional contracts within your scope in coordination with the defined category strategy, when applicable.
• Managing the procurement performance and capturing savings for the accountable spend.
• Monitoring and implementing the global/regional category strategies
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, ethical standards, and company policies, especially the strict application of governance and appropriate buying channels, by all stakeholders.

We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode (present on site at least 3/4 days per week).

About you
Relevant education degree or equivalent in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management 
Relevant work experience in procurement (6/8 + years) in an industrial production site 

Competencies:

• Collaboration & Communication
• Production Plant technical background
• Knowledge of country/regional regulations
• Negotiations Skills

Behaviors:

• Strong Leadership
• Impact & Influence
• Proactiveness

About the pay and benefits

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the France base pay reasonably expected for this role is € 53,840 to € 67,300, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits:

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.
We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.