Job Description:

Contract: Temporary (CDD) for 12 months, renewable up to 18 months

Segment: Mars Petcare

Location: Ernolsheim (30 min from Strasbourg)

The Procurement Coordinator ensures the availability of raw- and pack-materials on time. They are the owner of COM Operations processes on site, including data analysis, and are the first point of contact/interface with supply, suppliers and the Commercial Service Center (MCS) in daily operations.

What are we looking for?

• Previous work experience in procurement, Supply Chain or similar environment

• Ideally knowledge in SAP, standard IT systems

• Strong communication and analytical skills are essential

• Robust project management skills

• Fluent in English and French

• Lean Principles awareness and application

What would be your responsibilities?

• Be the first point of contact for all raw- and pack-material related day-to-day operations and requests (e.g.: resolve first line supply disruptions raised or escalate the issue to line manager and responsible buyer).

• Support the Procurement Lead in local buying activities and ensuring supply chain continuity.

• Conduct regular stock analysis and liaise with logistics to meet stock targets.

• Represent procurement  Raw- and Pack-Material at local Activity groups and Value creation activities on demand.

• Take part to any specific projects on demand.

• Challenge existing business norms with the support of the European Strategic Sourcing Manager to exploit supplier developments & innovations.

• Support introduction of new supplier and/or material (e.g. manage sample requests...).

• Supporting Supplier Reviews and conducting pipeline reviews with key local suppliers.

• Interface with local and European contacts in Procurement (Sourcing, SQA), Supply (manufacturing, logistics), S&F and R&D.

What are the advantages of working at Mars?

• At Mars, we believe in a relationship of mutual trust, dignity and respect between our company and Associates that is more meaningful than the standard employer/employee relationship.

• As Associates, we can expect to be respected, supported and valued as individuals, to be treated fairly and equitably.

• The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across Mars.

• An environment where you are empowered to be proactive and to take initiatives to make a difference.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.