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We are facing the greatest challenge in our history: to make a success of the energy and ecological transition and re-establish the conditions for lasting harmony between man and the Earth.
We share this conviction with our Group's 10,700 employees around the world, who are committed to making Eramet a benchmark in the responsible transformation of the Earth's mineral resources, for the benefit of all.
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Category Manager - Intellectual Services
Location: Paris, FR
Contract type: Permanent
Date: Aug 28, 2026
Job Description
We are seeking a Category Manager - Intellectual Services to oversee all purchasing categories of intellectual services at the Group level for Eramet. Reporting to the Director of Indirect Purchasing, you will be the strategic reference for a purchasing portfolio representing a significant volume of international expenses. You will deploy innovative purchasing strategies, manage a network of buyers across the Group's various sites, and act as the key contact for business departments regarding all issues related to intellectual services.
Responsibilities
- Analyze expenses by category, country, and region to identify optimization and pooling opportunities
- Define and implement purchasing strategies tailored to each category of intellectual services, aligned with the Group's priorities
- Support site buyers in operational implementation
Sourcing, Negotiation & Contracting
- Build and optimize a panel of qualified suppliers that comply with the Group's CSR and ethical requirements
- Lead tenders and conduct complex, high-stakes negotiations
- Draft and manage framework contracts throughout their lifecycle, in collaboration with the Legal Department
- Define and monitor supplier KPIs, evaluate the satisfaction of Eramet's departments and sites
- Provide regular reporting to the Purchasing Department, contribute to annual budgets, and ensure compliance with the Group's CSR and ethical policies
Management & Operational Excellence
- Supervise and develop a team of 2 lead buyers (technical studies, technical assistance, and engineering)
- Promote best practices and capitalize on synergies between subsidiaries
Your Profile
- Master's degree or equivalent in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or Business School.
- Minimum 7 years' experience in IT product management, business analysis or IT project management, ideally in an international industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of IT architectures, APIs, integrations and data management; familiarity with CSR/compliance regulations is a plus.
- Proven experience managing complex, multi-site and multi-country IT projects.
- Cross-functional leadership, excellent communication skills, rigour and a strong sense of ethics.
- Fluent English is required.
Our advantages
Join Eramet, a responsible and committed mining group, for an exciting career in a dynamic, inclusive, and international work environment, with numerous development opportunities!
Become part of Eramet's teams and benefit from:
- An attractive compensation package including a fixed annual salary, variable pay linked to your performance, profit-sharing and participation plans, and various bonuses depending on your position.
- Access to an employee share ownership program
- A comprehensive savings and retirement plan co-financed by the company
- Full coverage of your Navigo pass or sustainable mobility package (bike, carpooling, subscription, transportation allowance, etc.)
- Up to 2 days of remote work per week, depending on the arrangements within your team
- Health insurance and provident coverage
- Access to a discounted leisure offer
Present on five continents and bringing together over 70 nationalities, Eramet is inherently a group rich in diversity.
We are committed to welcoming all talents, regardless of their gender, disability, age, social or cultural background, sexual orientation, or beliefs.
Choosing Eramet means joining a Group where diversity is recognized, respected, and valued.
We guarantee support and development opportunities for everyone throughout their professional journey.
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Category Manager - Intellectual Services in Paris employeur : ERAMET
Eramet est un employeur de choix, offrant un environnement de travail stimulant et inclusif à Nouméa, où la diversité est valorisée. En tant que Secrétaire Général, vous bénéficierez d'une rémunération attractive, d'opportunités de développement professionnel au sein d'un groupe international en pleine expansion, ainsi que d'un cadre de travail axé sur la responsabilité sociétale et l'engagement communautaire. Rejoindre Eramet, c'est faire partie d'une équipe qui œuvre pour un avenir durable tout en développant des relations de confiance avec les parties prenantes locales.
