Procurement Category Manager (IT and Data)
Mistral
ParisPosted Discovered via AshbyMatch locked
RemoteFullTime5+ years expFinance
About Mistral
Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems across high-stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector, co-creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.
We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.
The Role
As a
Procurement Category Manager (IT and Data)
on the
Procurement
team, you will own and drive cost savings across indirect spend, with a focus on IT and Data categories. This role is critical to scaling Mistral's operations efficiently, as you define and execute procurement strategies for high-impact areas like data acquisition, SaaS, and tooling. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to rationalize contracts, renegotiate agreements, and implement processes that reduce complexity and costs, directly shaping how Mistral optimizes its resources.
What You Will Do
•
Lead
global negotiations on indirect spend to drive measurable cost savings.
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Define and execute
procurement strategies tailored for Data & IT categories.
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Identify and manage
existing contracts, tools, and needs, including renewals and renegotiations.
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Build and manage
supplier panels to reduce fragmentation and improve governance.
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Rationalize
tool usage and consolidate internal needs with business owners.
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Lead
procurement projects end-to-end, from RFP to contractualization.
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Contribute
to the digitization of procurement through P2P tool adoption.
What We're Looking For
- 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.
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location-specific perks.
For the most up-to-date details on benefits available in your location, please refer to our Benefits page .
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Skills
artificial-intelligence
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