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The world leader in cosmetics, L'Oral, is operating in 150 countries across five continents. With 37 international brands, the company focuses solely on beauty, aiming to provide innovative cosmetics to women and men worldwide. The mission is to attract another one billion consumers globally by creating cosmetic products that cater to the diverse needs and desires through continuous digital innovation. L'Oral is committed to diversity, sustainable practices, and ethical sourcing, having reduced emissions by approximately 78% since 2005. Innovation is at the core of L'Oral"s DNA, driven by a genuine passion for the future. The Research and Innovation Centres in India serve as the sixth innovation hub globally, fostering local market innovations. As the boundaries between beauty and technology diminish, L'Oral aims to be a pioneer in the beauty tech realm. The convergence of new digital technologies and services is accelerating the pace of the beauty industry. With data and artificial intelligence, new avenues for personalization and customization are opening up. By integrating digital into all aspects, L'Oral strives to enhance consumer relationships. The Operations Department, responsible for producing several billion units, plays a vital role in the group's performance. Working in Operations at L'Oral offers a dynamic and diverse environment with opportunities for career advancement and international mobility. Various training programs, challenging responsibilities, and diverse assignments facilitate continuous learning and development. L'Oral is seeking talented individuals to join the mission. An exciting opportunity is available in the Operations Sourcing department for the role of Lead Packing Material & Contract Manufacturing for Indonesia geography under SAPMENA (South Asia, Pacific, Middle East, North Africa) zone, based in Mumbai. As part of this role, you will be responsible for driving and delivering key job responsibilities related to Packing Material & Sourcing for Contract Manufacturing for South Asia Pacific (spending 30 M Euros). Job Responsibilities: CONTRIBUTION TO BUSINESS GROWTH - Anticipate business needs and act proactively, proposing valuable options using internal and external resources. - Manage purchasing performance, support process improvements, and ensure data quality. - Demonstrate financial understanding and analyze impacts on plant P&L. - Formulate recommendations based on supplier and brand P&L analysis. CREATE VALUE and OPTIMIZE COSTS, QUALITY & SERVICE - Manage launch processes and supply management efficiently. - Optimize costs, lead savings agenda, and implement productivity projects. - Develop market intelligence and cost forecasts, manage KPIs, and drive continuous improvement. TRANSVERSAL OPTIMIZATION and AGILITY - Optimize the value chain, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve lead times and service levels. RISK MANAGEMENT - Control risks, operate responsibly, and negotiate with integrity. MAXIMIZE SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP - Build an integrated ecosystem with suppliers, create preferred customer relationships, and drive supplier performance improvements. Key L'Oral Competencies: - Innovator - Strategist - People Developer - Integrator - Entrepreneur Professional Experience & Skills: - Experience in FMCG sector with market and supplier knowledge. - Ability to navigate complex organizations, manage teams, and maintain integrity. - Excellent communication and influencing skills in English, conflict resolution abilities. - Proficiency in PPT, Excel, Power BI, etc. Key Relationships: - Direct: 3 - Indirect: 1 - Internal Stakeholders: Product Development, Packaging, Zone Teams, Finance, Factories, R&I, Worldwide Category Teams - External Stakeholders: Tier 1 and Tier 2 Suppliers, Auditing Agencies Education: - Bachelor's degree - MBA/Post-graduate from packaging institutes preferred - Minimum 8+ years of procurement/sourcing/category management experience Travel required: Based on business needs and requirements.,
