Procurement Category Manager (IT and Data)
Mistral AI · Paris
CHECKED 10H AGO
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At a glance
Highlights
- Own IT and Data procurement strategy to drive measurable cost savings globally.
- Lead end-to-end procurement projects from RFP to contractualization.
- Rationalize SaaS, data acquisition and tooling to scale operations efficiently.
What they offer
- Healthcare coverage
- Parental leave
- Retirement plans
- Relocation support
- Wellness programs
- Meal and transportation allowances
Ideal candidate
An assertive, adaptable buyer who thrives in dynamic environments and cares about simplifying complexity, building trusted partnerships, and optimizing resources.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience as a Buyer/Category Manager, ideally in IT, SaaS, or data-related categories
- Proven ability to negotiate with large providers in competitive or tense markets
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple initiatives and align stakeholders
- Assertiveness and communication skills to push back constructively and build trusted relationships
- Adaptability to thrive in dynamic, evolving environments
Lab profile
About Mistral AI
Provides full-stack AI solutions from frontier models to tools, applications, and compute.
What they build
- Frontier AI models
- Developer tools
- AI applications
Known for
- Full-stack AI development
- Enterprise co-creation and deployment
- Customizable systems that run on customer terms
- Focus on finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare and public sector