Hermès Purchasing Manager — Silk & Accessories
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 17, 2026
About Hermès
Hermès is an independent maison renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, artisanal savoir‑faire and enduring relationships with suppliers. The company fosters long‑term partnerships with a strong emphasis on quality, responsible sourcing and traceability across its supply chains. As an employer, Hermès promotes technical excellence, collaborative multidisciplinary teams and a culture that values heritage and sustainability.
Hermès — Pantin: Purchasing Manager (Silk & Accessories). Lead supplier strategy, traceability deployment, price negotiations and RSE compliance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define and deploy the procurement strategy for the Silk & Accessories pole in alignment with business objectives and group purchasing frameworks.
- Manage and animate the supplier panel to preserve key know‑how, secure supply continuity and cultivate balanced, long‑term partnerships.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and contract renewals with a total‑cost perspective and ensure updates in procurement systems.
- Drive supplier performance improvements across quality, cost, lead times and regulatory compliance; establish and monitor KPIs and reporting.
- Lead supplier risk management including regular on‑site visits, external audits and the definition and follow‑up of corrective action plans (HSE, social and environmental).
- Ensure RSE/compliance of supply chains: analyse materials streams, implement audit programmes, follow regulatory evolution and embed remediation plans.
- Steer and operationalise product traceability projects: assess partner maturity, map internal/external flows (finished goods to raw materials), apply group traceability standards and deliver rollout roadmaps.
- Collaborate closely with development, innovation and IT teams to qualify new suppliers and ensure system functionalities meet operational traceability needs.
- Support margin analyses per SKU and participate in procurement planning for high‑risk supplies ahead of product launches; travel frequently to supplier sites.
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years' experience in an industrial procurement/sourcing role, ideally within luxury goods, textiles or accessories manufacturing.
- Engineering degree (or equivalent) with a strong affinity for technical and process topics.
- Fluent English; Italian is a plus.
- Solid knowledge of RSE/social audits, regulatory requirements and supplier audit methodologies.
- Experience with metallic materials/processes is desirable.
- Proven negotiation skills, analytical rigor, excellent organisation and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills, listening aptitude and the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.
- Comfortable with frequent travel and fieldwork; collaborative team mindset.
Skills
Experience
Minimum six years in industrial procurement or sourcing with responsibility for supplier panels, contract negotiation and supplier development; demonstrable experience leading traceability and RSE/compliance initiatives, preferably in luxury fashion, textiles or accessories.
Education
Engineering degree (Master's level or equivalent) with strong technical/process aptitude.
Workplace
This position is based in Pantin, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
Hermès cultivates a workplace culture centred on craftsmanship, long‑term partnerships and meticulous attention to detail. The environment blends technical rigour with collaborative practices, prioritising responsible sourcing and the preservation of artisanal savoir‑faire.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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