Senior Buyer

A WORD ABOUT US

We come from many different places, but what unites us is our passion. At Moment Factory, each new project is a blank page awaiting the creativity and talent of our whole team, no matter the individual responsibilities, roles, or fields.

Our desire to innovate, to take risks, and to learn from our mistakes and from each other is what allows us to create collective projects that go above and beyond.

Today, thanks to a team of 420 creative minds, we have been able to create immersive multimedia environments for artists, museums, airports, brands, theme parks and events, as well as our signature shows.

No matter the canvas - be it film, lighting, multimedia architecture, sound design, special effects, or interactive projects - the thirst for experimentation and innovation is at the core of our DNA.

YOUR MISSION

Reporting to the Global Procurement and Partnerships Director and in collaboration with the Senior Buyer-Team Lead, you will play a key role in defining and executing essential procurement strategies for the success of Moment Factory's productions.

You will be tasked with advising and supporting various projects, working closely with competence centers, production teams, and our international offices to ensure the acquisition of goods and services for which you are responsible.

Acting as an ambassador, you will contribute to promote Moment Factory to its suppliers, collaborators, and partners. Additionally, you will play a part in establishing a sustainable and enduring procurement policy for the company.

YOUR TEAM

As a part of our procurement team, you will be working behind the scenes on diverse projects to ensure their optimal presentation.

Operating at various stages of the project life cycle, you will offer advice, support, and guidance to creative, technical, and project teams, contributing to the success of our productions.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sourcing
• Develop relationships and a network of suppliers based on specific needs at the local and international levels;
• Conduct market analysis processes / RFI / qualification;
• When necessary, ensure a presence and participation in certain events, exhibitions, or conferences to ensure the company's visibility to potential suppliers.
• Vendor Relationship Management (VRM)
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial, and long-term relationships with key players;
• Act as a focal point and maintain privileged links with internal clients and suppliers;
• Address conflicts and act as a representative for the supplier panel;
• Evaluate vendors performance;
• Assess the supplier experience following collaboration with our company.
• Project procurement
• Participate in the entire S2P (Sourcing to Payment) process for the managed categories;
• Lead tender offers / RFP / negotiation processes in collaboration with internal clients;
• Evaluate supplier proposals and be able to provide advice on the final selection;
• Create, and manage purchase orders (POs) and contracts;
• Generate savings to optimize the production value of our projects and be able to quantify performance;
• Safeguard the commercial interests of Moment Factory and its projects.
• Continuous improvement, strategy, and analysis
• Conduct total cost of ownership analyses across multiple categories;
• Adopt a holistic approach that includes purchasing and logistics to develop functional plans that allow us to replicate our experiences on a larger scale;
• Contribute to optimizing the company's procurement strategy and policy, ensuring alignment with the department's strategic objectives;
• Collect and interpret purchasing data, including cost analysis reports, benchmark expenses, tender-related data, and return on investment;
• Develop various case studies to facilitate decision-making;
• Conduct regular assessments of the procurement processes to ensure continuous improvement.

YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Supply Chain Management / Purchasing;
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in procurement management;
• Strong interest in global procurement geopolitics;
• Perfect bilingualism in French and English, both spoken and written (you will regularly communicate with English-speaking clients in this role);
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Google Workspace;
• Knowledge of an ERP system with Procurement / Supply Chain module (SAP, Oracle, Workday) is a plus;
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a constantly evolving environment.

YOUR QUALITIES

• Strong negotiation skills;
• Exceptional customer service and well-developed communication abilities;
• Ability to demonstrate autonomy, organization, initiative, and adaptability;
• Adept at exercising critical judgment, analyzing, and synthesizing information;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage stress efficiently.

SPECIFIC WORK CONDITIONS

• Flexibility in terms of working hours ;
• Occasional international travel is possible.

SOME PERKS THAT COME WITH WORKING AT MF

• Hybrid work mode to optimize work-life balance;
• Group insurance benefits for you and your family;
• Wellness account allowing you to claim personal expenses up to $250 per year;
• $110 inspiration account;
• Free access to Dialogue telemedicine service, to quickly respond to your health concerns and those of your family;
• 5 paid sick days per year;
• Personalized training and skills development plan through the MF School;
• Daily meals at a cost of $7, snacks and coffee available at all times;
• MF Life Department, a catalyst for employee wellness initiatives (physical, mental health, social activities, etc.).

If you think this position is for you, we invite you to apply now. Unfortunately, we will not be able to follow up with each candidate, so we will only contact the selected individuals.

Thank you for considering a career at Moment Factory. We are looking forward to meeting you!