WHO WE ARE  

For over a century, L'Oréal has been dedicated to "Creating beauty that moves the world". Today we are the #1 world leader in the sector with consolidated sales of several billion Euros. Our team across the globe solve complex challenges while remaining committed to making the world a more inclusive and better place for our people and planet. 

Our daring Operations team of thousands of exceptional minds don’t just work on complex challenges; They help create sustainable and inclusive beauty alongside our visionary partners by crafting, innovating, sourcing, producing, and delivering millions of products and services that touch every corner of the globe.  

Join our Sourcing team as a Category Buyer for Natural Fragrance Ingredients. 

ABOUT THE TEAM  

At L'Oréal, we source from suppliers in various domains, ranging from raw materials to industrial equipment, and including marketing and general services. We rely on expert partners to meet the needs of our consumers and our teams. 

As the Category Buyer - Natural Fragrance Ingredients, you will report to the Worldwide Category Manager – Fragrances and Perfumes. This opportunity is based primarily in Aulnay with weekly meetings in Clichy and Levallois.  

THE MISSION 

Your mission will be to manage the portfolio of Fragrance Natural Ingredients and Essential Oils as well as lead the Fragrance natural ingredient innovation. In addition you will:

• Manage the brand agricultural projects (e.g. Domaine de la Rose Lancôme)
• Contribute to the Sustainable Sourcing by ensuring the transition to 100% bio-based ingredients sustainably sourced by 2030
• Define and implement the purchasing strategy of some natural ingredient’s segments: securitization, sustainability, prices, Supplier Relationship Management
• Interact, influence, animate, negotiate with several internal & external stakeholder from R&I, operation, marketing teams to Fragrance Houses and Ingredient suppliers
• Contribute to the Fragrance strategy definition and implementation 
• PPV management 

WHO YOU ARE  

• Ability to influence & excellent communication: many diverse stakeholders
• Organizational: data management/complexity
• Adaptability: to the VUCA world, to our launch plan
• Leadership: to animate the sustainable sourcing team
• Autonomy: to lead projects by yourself
• Team player: to join a dynamic and fun team 
• Agronomist background mandatory 
• 5/6 years' purchasing experience 
• Strong CSR ambitions
• Interest for Fragrance passionate world
• Fluent in English

ABOUT THE PERKS  

Beyond innovating the beauty industry, L'Oréal provides a rewarding and enriching experience for its employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. 

Here's a glimpse of what awaits you: 

Contribute to L’Oréal For the Future commitments and be a part of a sustainable future 

Personalized career pathways with opportunities for development within Operations and beyond 

Additional paid leave options and flexibility to work from home 

Competitive salary, participation and profit-sharing scheme, comprehensive insurance plan 

Subsidized cafeteria, discounted products, continuous learning resources, health and well-being programs, concierge services 

Are you ready to engineer the future of beauty at L’Oréal? Apply now! 

NEXT STEPS  

Once you have applied, here is what you can expect: 

1. To receive an answer shortly after your application. 
2. If your CV is selected, you will have an interview with one of our recruiters. 
3. You will then have a few rounds of technical discussions as part of the overall process.  

If you have had the opportunity to meet with a recruiter and we are unable to proceed with your application, you can expect a response soon after with constructive feedback. We greatly appreciate the time and energy you invest in us.  

We are committed to ensuring inclusive recruitment processes and to advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  

For more information about L'Oréal, please visit our website: https://careers.loreal.com.