Job Description
SAM International is seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to support our clients in the trading sector by providing them with technical and logistical equipment essential to their activities.
In an environment where responsiveness and cost optimization are key, we require a highly organized and independent individual to manage a portfolio of suppliers, negotiate the best terms, and ensure efficient procurement for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and develop the supplier portfolio to optimize purchasing and supply chain management
* Maintain regular contact with current suppliers and seek new ones to challenge price, quality, and service
* Develop new business relationships and optimize existing partnerships to achieve the best price and within specified timeframes
* Negotiate purchasing conditions and logistical aspects such as transportation and delivery times
* Monitor deliveries, manage reminders, and organize export logistics to meet client needs
* Manage purchasing administration, including document remittances and associated invoicing
* Collaborate and work independently within the team to share progress, pool orders, and provide backup in case of absence
Requirements
* Educational background: MBA or equivalent training in purchasing, supply chain, or certifications in CFC
* Minimum 5 years of experience in import-export and technical purchasing
* Experience in purchasing technical equipment such as mechanics and spare parts
* Good understanding of international logistics issues and experience working in Africa or Asia is an asset
* Native speaker of French and English with a C1 level required
Essential Qualities
* Perseverance and conviction to drive results
* Ability to influence and negotiate effectively
* Initiative and autonomy to make decisions
* Administrative rigor and analytical mind to manage complex tasks
* Resistance to stress and unforeseen events to maintain composure
Benefits
Our company offers a dynamic and international environment with high autonomy and a position of responsibility.
Varied interactions with contacts from different sectors and countries create a collaborative team where experience and performance are valued.
We offer attractive benefits for employee well-being in a company with over 30 years of experience in executive search, recruitment, onboarding, and outplacement.