Global Sourcing Manager – IT Procurement

About the role

Lactalis Group is seeking a Global Sourcing Manager for IT to lead a €65 million spend across hardware, software, communication and services. Based at the headquarters in Laval, you will work with a worldwide network of buyers and internal stakeholders to drive strategic sourcing initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead tenders and negotiations for strategic IT projects.
• Design and execute global sourcing strategies for all IT categories.
• Develop IT procurement expertise across the group.
• Maintain close relationships with internal business units and adapt supplier relationships to portfolio strategy.
• Manage a functional network of 10+ regional and local buyers.
• Contribute to the global economic performance of the IT category.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT procurement.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Strong communication and leadership potential.
• Ability to align strategy with stakeholders and prioritize pragmatically.
• End‑to‑end procurement experience, from operational execution to strategic sourcing.
• Tenacious, adaptable and able to build credibility within a network.
• Positive attitude, open to feedback and self‑aware.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a global, fast‑growing dairy leader.
• Exposure to high‑visibility strategic projects.
• International travel (10‑15% of the time).
• Collaborative environment with strong core values.