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PRESENTATION

Vox Populi is a not-for-profit association (under the French law of 1901) that promotes the employability of young people as part of its equal opportunities mission. We are committed to helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds define their life plans, despite a difficult socio-economic environment.  

To this end, as part of our commitment to equal opportunities, we are recruiting for our partner COTY, one of the biggest names in the luxury and beauty sector, with an iconic portfolio of fragrance, colour cosmetics and skin and body care brands. They are world leaders in fragrances and number three in colour cosmetics. The brand's products are sold in over 150 countries. 



Junior Project Buyer (IPM)


Stage à partir de janvier 2025

Durée : 6 mois



RESPONSIBILITIES


As a Junior Project Buyer (IPM), you will be at the center of one of our Prestige brands, working in a dynamic environment within a multifunctional and international team. Your main responsibilities will include:


  • Contributing to all end-to-end Procurement activities related to new launches and productivity projects.

  • Supporting the implementation of Global and Regional Category Sourcing strategies.

  • Engaging with a wide range of packaging and raw material categories.



KEY TASKS


Product Innovation :

  • Collaborate closely with the multifunctional team from marketing brief to market launches, ensuring cost, timing, and lead time objectives are met.


Productivity :

  • Contribute to productivity, renovation, and value preservation projects in coordination with R&D and Operations teams.

  • Monitor and track procurement activities (CAPEX expenses, savings, quarterly budget reviews).


Support to Operations :

  • Assist in the Business Continuity Plan for all high-risk materials (in-house manufacturing or TPM).

  • Manage claims/issues in collaboration with the operational team.

  • Implement actions to minimize materials inventory and obsolescence.


Business Partnering :

  • Facilitate the sharing of information and support between local organizations and business units.

  • Promote a positive networking environment within different departments and be an ambassador for the procurement department's reputation.



PROFILE REQUIRED


  • Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Purchasing/Sourcing/Supply Chain/Business.

  • Ideally some experience in the beauty industry.

  • Agility/flexibility to navigate through a complex environment without strict rules while being creative/proactive in finding innovative solutions.



PERSONAL QUALITIES


  • Strong team spirit and excellent communication skills (oral & written).

  • Strong analytical skills and project management capabilities.

  • Rigor and strong organizational skills.

  • High level of autonomy with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Initiative and problem-solving mindset.



BENEFITS


  • A salary that matches your knowledge and experience.

  • Meal vouchers.

  • 50% transportation refund.

  • Access to the COTY shop with preferential rates on COTY products.


If you are interested, please send your CV to the following addresses


rh-developpement@voxpopuliassociation.fr

rh@voxpopuliassociation.fr

Junior Project Buyer (IPM)

Paris

Stage - janvier 2025

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