Chanel Subcontracting Buyer

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop the supplier panel in agreement with the Purchasing Group Manager.
• Prepare requests for proposals and recommendations on supplier selection in coordination with internal clients (MI, Studio and factories).
• Build product cost prices (PRU) in collaboration with the project team.
• Manage product range changes for subcontracted products.
• Manage supplier relationships and oversee performance and risks.
• Ensure compliance with the Responsible Purchasing policy.
• Manage purchasing data and workload orders related to the supplier portfolio.
• Contribute to monthly budget management.
• Manage the supplier portfolio in full, including business reviews, evaluations and contracts.

Qualifications

• Higher education qualification at Bac+5 level, with a specialisation in purchasing.
• At least two years of experience in a similar role; knowledge of the cosmetics sector is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation skills and proficiency with ERP tools, ideally SAP, as well as IT tools.
• Rigorous, collaborative and solution-oriented, with strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Perfect command of English.

Skills

Experience

At least two years in a similar role.

Education

Higher education qualification at Bac+5 level, with a specialisation in purchasing.

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

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