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Category Manager - General Expenses (W/M/NB)

Ubisoft
Saint-Mandé IDF fr
2 years ago
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Job Description

The team:

Based in Ubisoft International HQ Office, the Procurement Department is in charge of acquiring goods and services for Ubisoft group.

Our vision : We want to be a trusted business partner, fully integrated in Ubisoft operations, driving innovation and providing business insight while both ensuring and continuously improving our service.

Our mission : We bring value to your purchases: We support and add value to Ubisoft’s operations by making the best deal to fill the company’s needs and what suppliers can offer in terms of quality, cost & risk leverage, in a fair and ethical manner

The category manager’s main objective is to define Ubisoft buying strategy on a specific category.

Your role:

Reporting to the Procurement Director, you will be in charge of defining, monitoring and coordinating the worldwide procurement strategy of General Expenses (facility management, construction, maintenance, security, building, banking, law practices, consulting services, travel etc). Your main responsibilities will be:

· Understand and anticipate Ubisoft stakes on the General Expenses category, by being in close link with internal stakeholders;

· Have an excellent knowledge of the market and competition (trends, supplier market typology, level of competition, …);

· Define the Procurement strategy on the General Expenses category (procurement levers, supplier panel management plan), as well as the implementation methodology with all proper levers: buy less expensive, buy better, buy less. Define the strategy implementation roadmap;

· Coordinate the implementation of the defined strategy, with Procurement Directors, Buyers, Purchasing Ops Teams, Internal clients and other stakeholders. Ensure that the methodology of implementation is in line with the guidelines of local Procurement Managers and with global and corporate policies;

· Provide support to buyers and other stakeholders on a regular basis, and specifically during major negotiations;

· Build and animate a network of stakeholders;

· Measure and monitor the Procurement performance on the GE category (KPIs on savings, coverage, supplier panel management, …);

· Continuously improve Procurement performance on the General Expenses category, and make sure the strategy is always in line with Ubisoft evolution and market changes;

Qualifications

Must have

· Proven experience as category manager, buyer, or similar role;

· Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods, you have the capacity to translate data into actionable insights;

· You have an analytical and strategic mindset;

· You’re successful in building relationships and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and have persuasion skills to manage and influence at all levels of the company;

· You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to identify, tailor, and present complex topics to a variety of audiences;

· You are flexible and can adjust to changing business environment;

· Sales and negotiation skills;

Additional Information

Ubisoft is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our player community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability status.

Company Description

Ubisoft’s 20,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent has brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us Create the unknown.

At Ubisoft, you have the opportunity to work and grow with passionate teams that are pioneers in their field, all around the world. You will evolve in a caring and inspiring environment in which you will push the limits of the imagination and technology to create story worlds that will fascinate our audiences.

Do you want to join us on our adventure? Ubisoft is looking for a

CATEGORY MANAGER GENERAL EXPENSES (M/W/NB)

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