Procurement Lead - Functional Expert (H/F)

Procurement Lead - Functional Expert (H/F)

Massy - France

Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a global leader in cloud-based spend management solutions.

OUR COMPANY

At Ivalua, we are a global community of experts who believe that digital transformation makes supply chains more sustainable and resilient, while improving supplier collaboration.

We achieve this through our cloud spend management platform, which enables hundreds of major brands to manage their spend and suppliers while optimizing profitability, enhancing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance, reducing risk, and improving productivity.

Driven by our passions and fueled by our shared ambitions, we empower ourselves to take on challenges and create impactful experiences for our customers and partner ecosystem, all while giving purpose to our teams.

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THE OPPORTUNITY

Context:

The Innovation Success department aims to implement and ensure the success of our product innovations through close collaboration with our internal R&D department and our external customers. This allows us to offer proactive optimization of our products and solutions. We thrive in a culture of teamwork, dynamism, and enthusiasm, and we strive for excellence in everything we do.

We are developing a new generation of AI-powered procurement technology products. Leveraging agentic AI and our Intelligent Virtual Assistant (IVA), we enable organizations to automate complex workflows and help teams shift from manual, tactical execution to strategic value creation.

The Role:

As a Procurement Lead - Functional Expert, you will collaborate closely with clients, partners, and the product team to map complex procurement workflows, optimize functional solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Your functional expertise will be instrumental in strengthening our clients' spend management strategies and ensuring their long-term success.

WHAT YOU WILL DO WITH US

• Lead end-to-end implementations of various functional processes (Procure-to-Pay, Source-to-Contract, Supplier Relationship Management) through to go-live.

• Deploy our agentic AI solutions by leveraging your solid procurement domain expertise and natural language processing (prompting and functional logic) to adapt AI behaviors to the client's specific business context.

• Actively work with the Solution Architect during the design phase by sharing best practices with the client or partner, conducting product demonstrations, performing fit-gap analyses, and taking full functional responsibility for the design document.

• Collaborate closely alongside solution architects to demonstrate product value and share best practices with the client or partner.

• Support partners during implementation by providing design feedback and conducting configuration reviews during deployments.

• Oversee and contribute to the delivery and deployment plan, ultimately ensuring successful go-lives.

• Configure the solution and coordinate efforts with other team members to ensure project milestones are met.

• Integrate customer feedback to evaluate and improve product features.

• Provide PMO (Project Management Office) support and assist with change management initiatives to drive end-user adoption.

YOUR PROFILE

Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree (Bac +5) in procurement, business/management, supply chain management, or a related field.

• 5+ years of functional experience in procurement, SRM (Supplier Relationship Management), and supply chain.

• Prior experience in software and SaaS (Software as a Service) implementation projects is a plus.

• Proven experience in driving digital transformation via leading cloud procurement platforms, with a strong ability to leverage natural language to drive AI/automation tools.

• Experience in managing client & partner relationships, facilitating workshops, and acting as a "Trusted Advisor".

• Strong functional knowledge of the Source-to-Pay (S2P) cycle, combined with excellent project management skills.

• Relevant certifications in procurement or project management (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, PMP) are highly desirable.

Soft Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire clients during workshops and build strong, collaborative partnerships.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating closely with clients and partners.

• Autonomous, results-oriented, proactive, and flexible.

• Ability to coach and mentor peers on procurement and spend management processes.

• Excellent command of English.

Note: Business travel is required for this position, approximately 25%.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

If your application matches the desired skills for this role, our recruitment team will contact you to schedule an initial phone screening. Take one step closer to achieving your goals – apply today!

A dedicated recruiter will guide you through every step of the recruitment process. We are here to support you! Our recruitment process is designed to assess your skills through a series of personalized interviews with our teams. Interviews will take place virtually and in person at our offices.

What You Will Find at Ivalua

• A "Hybrid" working model (3 days on-site, 2 days remote).

• A team driven by the desire to push the boundaries of product and technological innovation.

• A constantly growing, private company.

• A stable and profitable business environment.

• The opportunity to gather weekly for a company-provided team meal.

• Growth by pursuing your goals within a powerful team spirit that fosters creativity and productivity.

• Unlock your professional potential through our training and career development program.

• Join a dynamic, international team of experts who are passionate about their work and guided by a shared vision.

• Experience an inclusive work environment open to diversity, where your contribution will be appreciated and valued.

• Take part in numerous company-organized events (sports competitions, music events, and team building).

• Highly rated by its employees, Ivalua was recognized by Comparably (https://www.comparably.com/companies/ivalua).

Driven by our differences – Your energy is our strength!

United by our values, we celebrate diversity and equity in all its dimensions to build an inclusive work environment. To help our customers make their supply chains more efficient, sustainable, and resilient, we rely on our international teams with diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We believe in equal opportunity and diversity as drivers of innovation, fostering an inclusive spirit, a productive and enjoyable work environment, and fulfilling career prospects for all Ivaluans.

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