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Experience

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  LA PULPE SA

  Apr 2006 - Oct 2012

  Sourcing Manager Asia Area

  1) Cost Analysis• Identification of levers for reducing direct and indirect costs.• Analysis of total cost of ownership (TCO) and product lifecycle.2) Procurement Performance• Monitoring and optimization of key performance indicators (KPIs).• Development of dashboards for improved visibility.3) International Sourcing• Logistical coordination to integrate international suppliers.• Monitoring emerging markets to anticipate trends.4) Supplier Audits• Evaluation of suppliers' financial, technical, and ethical capabilities.• Verification of compliance with local and international regulations.• On-site audits to validate production capacities and quality.5) Stakeholder Management• Managing expectations and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• Engaging senior management in strategic procurement decisions.• Aligning priorities between local and global objectives. Show less

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  Symrise AG

  Nov 2012 - Aug 2016

  Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager

  1) Procurement Process Optimization• Automation and digitization of processes (e-sourcing, e-procurement).• Rationalization of categories and consolidation of volumes.• Analysis of existing processes to identify inefficiencies.2) Category Management• Development of a specific strategy for each procurement category.• Monitoring market trends specific to each category.• Collaboration with stakeholders to maximize value by category.3) Supply Chain Management• Coordination between procurement, production, and logistics to prevent disruptions.• Inventory management to balance costs and availability.• Optimization of supply chain flows and improvement of delivery timelines.4) Continuous Improvement Culture• Implementation of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies in procurement processes.• Post-project analysis to identify areas for improvement.• Regular benchmarking of best practices in the industry.5) Change Management• Implementation of new policies or tools (ERP, digital sourcing).• Management of resistance to change through educational actions.• Clear communication of the expected benefits for the company. Show less

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  Représentations du Québec en Chine

  Sept 2016 - Oct 2018

  Trading commissioner

  1) Budget Management• Development and monitoring of budgets by project.• Expense forecasting to minimize budget variances.2) Cross-Functional Leadership• Influence and persuasion to align the objectives of various stakeholders.• Coordination of multicultural teams in complex environments.

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  Technip Energies

  Apr 2019 - now

  International Buyer

  1) Procurement Strategy• Definition and implementation of a strategy aligned with the company's objectives.• Development of a cost reduction strategy while maintaining quality.2) Negotiation (Quality/Cost/Delivery)• Mastery of negotiation techniques to secure optimal terms.• Balancing priorities between quality, cost, and delivery (QCD).• Management of disputes and renegotiation of contracts as needed.3) Tender Management• Drafting precise specifications for suppliers.• Comparative analysis of proposals (quality, cost, innovation).• Selection and contracting with the chosen service providers.4) Contract Management• Drafting and validation of contracts.• Monitoring of contractual clauses and management of renewals.• Anticipation and management of risks related to contractual disputes.5) Complex Problem Resolution• Management of supplier crises (disruptions, quality issues, etc.).• In-depth analysis of root causes and implementation of sustainable solutions.• Collaboration with partners to minimize negative impacts. Show less