Buyer - Automotive industry (M/F)

Job description

Manage supplier relationships during mass production and pre-SOP phases, ensuring smooth coordination, issue follow-up, and risk escalation. Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify and evaluate potential suppliers across Europe. Manage RFQ/RFI processes, analyze supplier quotations, and support supplier selection. Prepare and support cost and contract negotiations, ensuring competitiveness and compliance. Identify cost optimization opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement in production. Ensure proper contract administration and maintain accurate supplier documentation. Present structured analyses and recommendations to internal stakeholders and management. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Procurement/Purchasing. 2–8 years of experience in purchasing environment (junior to senior profiles considered). Experience in an automotive OEM or Tier 1 is mandatory. Experience in purchasing parts/components is a strong asset Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. Proactive, autonomous, and able to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Good command of MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Languages: English (mandatory) + French Our sustainability and social responsibility approach is built on three fundamental pillars : Our People A diverse workforce with over 100 nationalities An inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute Support for skill development and professional growth The Environment Reducing our ecological footprint and promoting sustainable growth Goal : Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 , guiding our operations and strategic initiatives Sustainable Innovation 31% of our internal R&D dedicated to responsible innovation Transforming environmental challenges into value-creating solutions that drive progress Leader in Engineering and IT Services, ALTEN brings together nearly 60,000 employees, 88% of whom are engineers. Present in over 30 countries, the Group supports its clients’ development strategies in engineering, innovation, R&D, and technological information systems. Why choose ALTEN? The opportunity to contribute to the greatest technological challenges. Close support within a collaborative work environment. A true career accelerator in France and internationally.