Indirect Software Buyer

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing purchasing activities within the Software and Artificial Intelligence category. You will define supplier strategies, lead sourcing processes and negotiate with suppliers to support business needs in terms of quality, cost and delivery.

You will work closely with internal stakeholdersa and external suppliers, ensuring that purchasing activities are aligned with company procedures, ethical standards and business objectives. This role combines strategic purchasing, supplier relationship management, cost optimisation and hands-on execution of the sourcing process.

Responsibilities:

• Define and manage purchasing strategies for the Software and Artificial Intelligence supplier portfolio, including market analysis, benchmarking, supplier mapping and innovation trends.
• Lead sourcing processes according to plant and project needs, in line with company procedures, ethical purchasing rules and quality, cost and delivery targets.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiations and contracts, ensuring alignment with company purchasing policies and business expectations.
• Oversee the purchase order to payment process procure to pay process, including spending authorization checks, order and contract setup, and follow-up on agreed payment terms.
• Monitor and report supplier performance, including productivity, invoicing accuracy, supply base management and delivery of agreed conditions.
• Identify and promote cost-saving opportunities, including technical savings proposed by suppliers or internal working groups.
• Manage risks within the category, including supplier financial health, mergers and acquisitions, dependency risks and potential supply issues.
• Support or lead supplier-related problem-solving activities, including crisis management when required.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Buyer, with experience in software (subscription, perpetual, SaaS, enterprise agreements etc.) purchasing in an international environment.
• Proven track record in leading complex negotiations and Request for Proposal processes, with measurable savings delivered.
• Strong ability to challenge vendors while building effective, long-term supplier relationships.
• Ability to build strong internal relationships and influence stakeholders across different functions.
• Fluent English; French would be an advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Stable employment
• Private life insurance
• Private healthcare
• Additional social benefits (e.g. Multisport card)

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.

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