Buyer

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Buyers occupy a strategic position in the supply chain, shaping corporate purchasing policy. Also known as Purchasing Managers, these professionals play an essential role in optimizing costs while guaranteeing the quality of products and services.

Main missions and objectives:

Buyers are the architects of supplier negotiations and management. Their primary mission is to define effective sourcing strategies, negotiate advantageous contracts and ensure the availability of necessary raw materials. They work closely with other departments to align purchasing with overall business objectives.

Their missions include:

Analyze needs,
Monitor and prospect,
Negotiate raw materials and products,
Drafting contracts,
Reporting on activity...

Profile of the buyer's job: professional and personal skills sought

Buyers need excellent negotiating skills, a thorough understanding of markets, and the ability to anticipate developments. Analytical, communication and results-oriented skills are crucial.Resilience and adaptability in the face of market changes are essential assets.

Training and qualifications to become a Buyer:

A solid academic background is preferred, preferably a bac+3 to bac+5 degree in business, management, or logistics. Specialized training in negotiation, contract management and procurement is appreciated. Practical experience in the purchasing field is often an important selection criterion.

Practical experience in the purchasing field is often an important selection criterion.

Career developments and prospects:

Buyers can progress to more senior management positions such as Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Group Leader, or even Purchasing Director. They can also choose to specialize further in specific sectors or take on international responsibilities. Progression depends on performance, experience and the ability to meet strategic challenges.

Proposed compensation:

The remuneration of Buyers is competitive and aligned with experience and results achieved. It often includes bonuses linked to individual performance and the achievement of cost efficiency targets. Benefits such as ongoing training, professional development opportunities and fringe benefits are also offered. The average salary for a young executive is between €28,000 and €38,000 gross/year, and between €28,000 and €38,000, and between €38,000 and €50,000 for a senior executive.

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