Global Sourcing Manager – IT Procurement

About the role

Lactalis 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 support the company’s rapid growth through strategic sourcing.

Key responsibilities

• Lead tenders and negotiations for strategic IT projects worldwide.
• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for all IT categories.
• Build procurement expertise across the group and share best practices.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and adapt supplier relationships to portfolio strategy.
• Manage a functional network of 10+ regional and local buyers.
• Drive economic performance of the IT category at a global level.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT procurement.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Proven ability to align strategy with stakeholders and prioritize initiatives.
• Pragmatic, tenacious and able to work independently.

Required skills

• IT hardware procurement
• IT software procurement
• IT services and communication procurement

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a global, fast‑growing dairy group.
• Exposure to international projects and cross‑functional teams.
• Travel opportunities (10‑15% of the time).