Global Lead Buyer - Logistics (Sea & Road) - Paris
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Location
Paris
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
Negotiable
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Contact:
Nick Cooke
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Contact email:
Nick.cooke@1st-executive.com
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Job ref:
J692544_1779812013
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Published:
20 days ago
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Expiry date:
2026-06-25
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Startdate:
ASAP
An exciting opportunity for an experienced logistics procurement professional to join a global industrial organisation based in Paris investing heavily in procurement transformation, sustainability and international supply chain optimisation.
This is a highly strategic role focused on building and structuring the global logistics category across sea freight and road transport operations. You will also manage and coach a junior buyer and establish the team moving forward.
Key focus areas:
* Developing and implementing global logistics sourcing strategies
* Managing international freight, transport and logistics supplier relationships
* Driving cost optimisation, tax & duty efficiencies and logistics performance improvements
* Supporting customs, tariff engineering and Incoterms-related activities
* Building category structure, governance and procurement best practices globally
This role would suit a commercially strong logistics buyer with deep international transport knowledge and experience operating in complex global supply chain environments.