Sephora Procurement Excellence and Supplier Performance Manager

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Employment Full-time
Seniority Manager
Posted Feb 24, 2026

Join Sephora in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, as a Procurement Excellence and Supplier Performance Manager. Lead strategic procurement initiatives and foster supplier innovation in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Overview

Sephora, a distinguished member of the LVMH group since 1997, is a leading global beauty retailer renowned for its innovative approach to prestige beauty. Established in 1969 in Limoges, France, Sephora has consistently redefined beauty standards, fostering an environment where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. As part of the LVMH family, Sephora offers a dynamic and inspiring workplace that encourages personal and professional growth.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead a procurement strategy focused on continuous process optimization, supplier performance, risk management, and innovation.
  • Optimize the quality, reliability, and value provided by the supplier panel through proactive monitoring and development of strategic partners.
  • Establish and implement a clear supplier management strategy aligned with the company's strategic and operational needs.
  • Supervise the qualification and onboarding process of new suppliers.
  • Measure, analyze, and manage supplier performance using objective, multidimensional criteria.
  • Anticipate, evaluate, and mitigate supplier-related risks to ensure business continuity.
  • Transform supplier relationships into strategic partnerships to foster innovation and mutual development.
  • Oversee global negotiations for S+ activities, including multi-year agreements and framework contracts.
  • Promote a co-innovation approach with suppliers to explore technological or product development opportunities.
  • Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of procurement and supplier data.
  • Rationalize and automate procurement processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce administrative costs.
  • Evolve the procurement organization towards a more strategic, proactive, and innovative role.
  • Integrate sustainability and social responsibility into procurement strategy and operations.

Qualifications

  • Over 10 years of experience, preferably in the cosmetics sector.
  • Proven track record in procurement, project management, or finance across multiple sectors.

Skills

Performance management Project management Cross-functional leadership Supplier relationship management Strategic negotiation Risk management Data integrity management Process optimization Sustainability integration

Experience

Minimum 10 years of experience, with a preference for experience in the cosmetics industry.

Workplace

This position is based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris. Cerulean lists 160 open roles in Neuilly-sur-Seine, including 3 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.735 active listings on Cerulean, 90 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.289 open positions, with 113 posted this week.

Benefits

Sephora offers a vibrant community where authenticity is valued, and team spirit thrives on diversity. Employees benefit from personal development and leadership opportunities, supported by resources to learn, innovate, and grow. The role provides a meaningful career where every action contributes to creating unique experiences for clients and inspiring the beauty industry.

Culture

Sephora fosters a culture of authenticity and inclusivity, encouraging employees to celebrate diversity and contribute to a positive impact. The workplace is dynamic and collaborative, with a focus on personal development and leadership. Employees are part of a community that values differences and promotes a sense of belonging and purpose.

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.