APPRENTICESHIP - Paint Commodity Buyer (M/F)

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

Job Description

Within the site’s Purchasing department, you will support the Europe Buyer in supplier management and coordination with cross-functional teams. You will contribute to the implementation of purchasing strategies, project follow-up, and the improvement of operational processes, while also supporting administrative tasks and departmental reporting.

This apprenticeship will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how a Purchasing department operates and allow you to develop your skills in sourcing, negotiation, and project management.

Desired start date: September 2026 
Duration: 2 to 3 years 

Main responsibilities:

As an apprentice, you will assist the Buyer for the European scope. Your main tasks will include:

• Identifying and developing a strong supplier base:
  You will contribute to the identification, evaluation, and selection of suppliers to build a reliable and high-performing supplier base. The objective is to secure supply, improve product/service quality, optimize commercial terms, and build long-term partnerships.
• Supporting cross-functional teams in Purchasing (Supply Chain, Project Buyers, Quality, and other departments):
  You will interact with various internal teams to understand their needs and facilitate coordination with suppliers.
  This collaborative work will help optimize processes, resolve operational issues more quickly, and contribute to project success.
• Negotiating with suppliers:
  You will assist buyers in negotiations concerning purchasing conditions, including paint prices, productivity gains, payment terms, logistics terms, and incoterms.
  Your contributions will help improve the company’s competitiveness.
• Monitoring and updating the Business Plan:
  You will participate in managing the Business Plan, a key tool for tracking strategies related to new project awards.
  You will support performance analysis, goal tracking, and data updates to aid decision-making throughout the year.
• Collecting key information to help the Commodity Buyer define and implement strategies for their scope
• Creating and analyzing supplier RFQs (Requests for Quotation) and identifying new opportunities
• Handling administrative tasks:
  • Purchasing reporting
  • Order management
  • Invoice dispute management
  • Contract follow-up (from creation to signature)
  • ERP updates

As you gain experience, you may be entrusted with additional responsibilities.

Candidate profile:

• You are pursuing a Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Plastics Engineering, or Polymers
• You have an advanced level of English (C1/C2)
• Intermediate Spanish or German is a plus
• Knowledge of chemistry, particularly polymers, is an asset
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), preferably at an advanced level
• Knowledge of SAP and Power BI would be an advantage
• You have strong analytical skills
• You communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• You are curious, rigorous, and determined
• You are persuasive and well-organized

Location: Sigmatech – Avenue du Bois des Vergnes, 01150 Sainte-Julie (40 km from Lyon, carpooling available)

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation based on age and level of education, including a profit-sharing and incentive scheme.

Other benefits are also offered on our site:

• Transportation allowance
• Employer contribution toward meal expenses at the company cafeteria
• Gym, concierge services…

As a responsible company, Plastic Omnium pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.