Plastics Material Strategic Buyer

Published on January 23, 2025

Company: Listgrove Recruitment

Job Location: Lille, France

Contact: Jane Edwards
jane.edwards@listgrove.com
www.listgrove.com

Career Level: Executive

Work Category: Other

Industry Sector(s): Sports, Leisure & Recreation (excl. Maritime)

Spoken Language(s): English

Job Description:
Manage the trajectory to multiply by 6 the use of sustainable material plastic by 2030
Develop a worldwide material panel to supply locally the transformation of the material
Build strong partnerships with new and existing suppliers to guarantee the best sustainable procurement condition (Price, Availability, Quality, Carbon footprint, Traceability)
Build the network to boost the circular economy
Alignment with the plastic products buyers
Manage the negotiation to obtain fair price to guarantee the competitivity of our product Manage the contractual stakes to protect our innovations & legal regulation.

Master’s degree
Minimum of 5 years in the industry, with at least 3 years focused on business development or purchasing roles. A history of working with material producers or distributors, preferably with successful international experience.
Extensive experience within the plastic material sector is required with the capability to analyze industrial markets, manage risks, source suppliers, and negotiate contracts.
Knowledge on plastic process (injection, blowing, …)
Recognized leadership and the ability to work effectively in a complex environment are crucial. Curiosity, visionary thinking, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to influence and challenge are also key attributes.
Proficiency in English is compulsory.