Procurement Lead (AI)

TL;DR

Procurement Lead (AI): Building and implementing procurement processes from the ground up, harmonizing workflows and tools while optimizing negotiations with indirect providers. Focus on shaping procurement best practices, driving efficiency, and fostering innovation across the organization.

Location: On-site in Paris

Company

hirify.global is democratizing AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions.

What you will do

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the organization's culture and goals to ensure efficient sourcing of goods and services.
• P2P Implementation: Lead the end-to-end implementation of a Procure-to-Pay (P2P) tool to streamline procurement workflows and improve visibility.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with the most strategic suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance to ensure quality and reliability.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain, including financial, operational, and reputational risks.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Process Improvement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that procurement activities support their objectives.
• Reporting and Analytics: Provide regular reports and analytics on procurement activities, spending, and performance to support decision-making

Requirements

• Builder: 8+ years of experience in designing and implementing procurement processes from scratch, ideally in tech scale-ups or high-growth environments.
• Experience with full-cycle P2P tool deployment (e.g., Coupa, Jaggaer) is a must.
• Seasoned Negotiator: Proven track record of reducing costs and closing multi-million-dollar deals with monopolistic or complex vendors.
• Large Provider Expert: Experience managing global suppliers (e.g., AWS, Salesforce, Workday) and navigating asymmetric power dynamics in negotiations.
• Great Business Partner: A strong communicator who balances assertiveness with empathy.
• Strategic Purchaser: You look beyond cost savings, understanding vendor interdependencies to create smart, aligned strategies.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive cash salary and equity.
• Daily lunch vouchers.
• Discounted access to gyms and fitness studios.
• Monthly contribution to a mobility pass.
• Full health insurance for you and your family.
• Generous parental leave policy.