Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Material Developer – Footwear to identify and select suppliers of products, components, materials, and services from a limited supplier panel, and to contribute to contract negotiations in line with a budget framework and purchasing policy defined by the manager.

Key Responsibilities – Purchasing & Sourcing

  • Co‑define and deploy the purchasing strategy for the assigned market(s).
  • Develop an in‑depth understanding of external markets (players, costs, trends) in order to propose new internal solutions (concepts, processes, technologies, innovation).
  • Select and manage suppliers within the assigned scope, ensuring quality, cost, lead time, development capabilities, and service level.
  • Participate in internal and external negotiations; formalize and contractually secure decisions.
  • Assess supplier risks based on Group criteria (financial, revenue impact, CSR, geopolitical context, legal, etc.).
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