Job Description

Professional services category buyer Category buyer to ensure on time delivery of products or services at the best total cost of ownership and with the appropriate level of quality Travel manager Description of the responsibilities As a category buyer of the division for professional services categories (to be allocated among travel, consulting, temporary staff, HR & subcontracting services, ) Build category strategies that enhance innovation and quality, reduces costs and improves service to internal stakeholders Collaborate with key stakeholders upstream and downstream to ensure engagement, buy-in and ownership of sourcing strategies to bring solutions to key problems in the assigned spend areas Source suppliers, challenge needs, conduct RFI/RFQ and work with internal customers on the preparation of contracts Negotiate cost effective agreements with key suppliers & distributors that result in measurable cost benefits Ensure effective implementation of the contracts Manage the settlement of all disputes Responsible of its supplier base performance and lead efforts that drive cost optimization, improved quality and service, innovation and enhanced supplier relationship and risk management As a Travel Manager of the division, you are in charge of: Communicate the travel process and procedures, Ensure traveler satisfaction and collect feedback. Lead the network of travel managers in local entities Contribute & coordinate with regions annually to the negotiations and loading of the Hotel/Air program. Identify best practices and idea for cost reduction Issue and analyze travel KPIs. Contribute to the implementation of the travel tool in coordination with the agency and the group's stakeholders (security, HR, compliance, finance, IT, regional purchasing) in particular on the rules, configuration and process Validate non-compliant trips (level 2) Candidate profile Professional experience: Bachelors degree in sourcing science or equivalent. 8-10 years of procurement experience with experience in professional services and/or travel purchasing Experience working with multicultural virtual teams in a global and complex environment. Education and competencies: Fluent in English, French (desirable) Ability to quickly switch from one subject to another/curiosity Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word; ability to create, maintain, and edit reports. Interest in technology and tools, ideally knowledge of online travel booking tools and sourcing tool Ideally previous knowledge/understanding of travel agency operations and global distribution systems (GDS) High level of autonomy Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Ability to interact professionally with middle and senior management. Ability to create and leverage global relationships Ability to manage confidential information.