Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Purchasing Project Buyer - Packaging & POSM

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Posted
Mar 12, 2025

About Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin

Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, a distinguished name under the Moët Hennessy umbrella, is renowned for its exceptional champagne and commitment to excellence. Moët Hennessy, a part of the LVMH Group, encompasses a collection of prestigious wine and spirits brands, including Moët & Chandon, Krug, Hennessy, and Château d’Yquem. These brands are celebrated for their rich heritage and innovative spirit, offering a unique blend of tradition and creativity.

Join Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin in Reims, France, as a Purchasing Project Buyer - Packaging & POSM. Ideal for Master's students specializing in Purchasing with experience in luxury or wine and spirits.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Manage a designated purchasing scope and project for dry materials under the supervision of the Purchasing Manager.
  • Execute a comprehensive and secure procurement process for new items, products, or services across various purchasing categories.
  • Send supplier consultations and conduct negotiations to achieve set objectives.
  • Analyze offers and finalize negotiations with the support of Category Buyers.
  • Award contracts and initiate pricing to trigger supplies with Category Buyer validation.
  • Report activities using the Per Angusta tool and monitor purchasing commitments.
  • Develop procurement tools aligned with strategies and best practices within the Maisons.
  • Engage in benchmarking and knowledge management.
  • Participate in cross-functional projects related to the new 3-year purchasing strategy.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Category Buyers, Development, Logistics, Quality, Sustainability, Article Reference Service) and external suppliers (national and international).

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a Master’s program with a specialization in Purchasing (business school, engineering school, or university).
  • Minimum of 6 months of successful purchasing experience in a large company.
  • Familiarity with the luxury or wine and spirits industry is advantageous.

Skills

Fluent in English. Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of ARIBA, Per Angusta, and SAP is beneficial. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written). Curiosity and integrity. Initiative and leadership. Ability to synthesize issues and work collaboratively.

Experience

Entry-level with at least 6 months of relevant experience in purchasing.

Education

Master's degree in progress with a specialization in Purchasing.

Workplace

The role is situated in Reims, Grand Est, France.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a prestigious luxury brand environment with exposure to international markets and cross-functional teams.

Culture

Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and heritage. The company values creativity and authenticity, encouraging employees to engage in a dynamic and collaborative work environment that spans global markets.

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