Rail Services Purchaser

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

CMA CGM Group has decided to structure and strengthen its R&D approach by creating a Center of Excellence dedicated to Innovation and Research. The center will increase the company’s capacity for technological and scientific innovation necessary to meet its strategic objectives (decarbonization, digitalization…), while generating profitability and ensure a high visibility on the Group’s commitment to industry’s energy transition. It will rely on strategic industrial and academic partners experts in the maritime industry (laboratories, companies, startups, shipyards, etc.).

YOUR ROLE : 

The Rail services Procurement Officer plays a critical role in optimizing the procurement process within the organization. By effectively managing annual tenders, spot negotiations, and cross-functional actions, this position contributes significantly to achieve cost savings and enhance supplier relationships across all agencies of his scope. The position requires a strong business and procurement process knowledge, connectivity with local teams and ability of interacting with different countries, ensuring operational efficiency. Travel within Europe is expected for this role.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Annual tender management:

• In close collaboration with local Intermodal teams, identify potential suppliers ensuring a diverse and competitive bidding environment.
• Collect business needs from local commercial teams and define new services to procure. 
• Coordinate the entire tender process, including writing requests for quotation, evaluating bids, and selecting suppliers based on quality, cost, and compliance with company standards.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with selected suppliers to secure favorable pricing and service levels while mitigating risks.
• Formalize agreement via Transport Contracts.

Spot Negotiations:

• In close collaboration with local teams, continuously analyze market trends to identify opportunities for spot renegotiations that can benefit the organization in terms of pricing and availability.
• Engage in negotiations with suppliers for one-time purchases, focusing on achieving the best possible terms and conditions. 

Supplier Qualification and Continuous Improvement:

• Establish criteria for qualifying subcontractors and conduct assessments to ensure they meet company standards for quality, reliability, and compliance.
• In close collaboration with local teams Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings within the procurement function and countries, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Master’s degree in supply chain management,procurement, business administration or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a procurement role within a multinational organization, ideally in logistics industry.
• Expertise on Rail sector is preferred.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and tender organization.
• International experience is preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
• Excellent analytical abilities and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Fluent in English is needed, other languages spoken in Europe is a plus.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Multi-cultural communication and collaboration

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !