<p>We are seeking a Global Procurement Senior Manager to build and lead our Global Procurement function. This role combines strategy and hands-on execution, with full ownership of procurement governance.</p> <p>You will design and implement global procurement policies, enforce a purchase order-based buying model, review vendor spend, and lead key negotiations to deliver measurable cost savings and operational efficiency.</p> <p>Your responsibilities - #PositivelyImpactful</p> <ul> <li> <p>Establish and operate the global procurement function</p> </li><li> <p>Design and implement procurement and T&E policies</p> </li><li> <p>Define spend thresholds and approval frameworks</p> </li><li> <p>Review and approve significant purchases</p> </li><li> <p>Lead complex vendor negotiations and contract reviews</p> </li><li> <p>Identify and execute cost-saving and vendor consolidation opportunities</p> </li><li> <p>Implement and enforce a mandatory purchase order process</p> </li><li> <p>Provide leadership visibility into spend, risks, and savings</p> </li></ul> <p>Your profile</p> <ul> <li> <p>8+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or vendor management</p> </li><li> <p>Proven track record delivering measurable cost savings</p> </li><li> <p>Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills</p> </li><li> <p>Experience operating in a global environment</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to operate autonomously with high ownership and impact</p> </li></ul> <p>What Success Looks Like</p> <ul> <li> <p>Clear global procurement governance in place and followed</p> </li><li> <p>Meaningful, measurable cost savings delivered</p> </li><li> <p>All significant purchases reviewed and controlled</p> </li><li> <p>Purchase orders embedded as standard practice</p> </li><li> <p>Procurement recognized as a strategic value driver</p> </li></ul> <p>What we offer - #PositivelyFulfilled</p> <p>An international work environment</p> <p>An agile organization</p> <p>? Meal vouchers</p> <p>Up to 50% remote work</p> <p>? additional rest days</p> <p>A sustainable mobility allowance</p> <p>At Esker, we are committed to equal opportunities and take pride in making diversity a strength. That's why we welcome all talents and encourage anyone with the skills listed in this job posting to apply.</p> <p>Division Esker France Localisations Lyon, France, Paris, France, Remote, U.S., Middleton, U.S. Statut à distance Hybride Type de contrat Temps plein</p> <p>Lyon, France Paris, France Remote, U.S. Middleton, U.S.</p> <p>À propos de Esker France</p> <p>Esker est la plateforme cloud de référence pour l'automatisation des processus de gestion pilotés par les Directions de la Finance et Achat. Nos technologies incluant de l'IA, permettent à nos clients de mieux piloter leur activité, d'améliorer les relations avec leurs clients et fournisseurs et d'avoir un impact positif sur leur écosystème, ce qui nous motive au quotidien.</p> <p>Fondé en 1985</p> <p>Collègues 1200</p> <p>Chiffre d'affaires 205</p>