VIE Purchasing Manager California

Description

Moët Hennessy is the Wines and Spirits division of LVMH. It gathers more than 25 wines and spirits like Hennessy, Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Dom Pérignon, Ruinart, Belvedere, Glenmorangie, Chandon, Terrazas, Chateau D’Esclans. Those brands are supported by a powerful global distribution network that has been strengthened over the years.

The V.I.E (Volontariat International en Entreprise) program is an initiative by Business France that enables young French and European citizens aged 18 to 28 to undertake a professional assignment abroad for a period of 6 to 24 months.

Throughout the assignment, participants are supported by the French Embassy and Business France, ensuring a secure and structured environment to gain valuable international work experience.

Before applying, please ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria. Full details are available here:
https://mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr/en/what-is-the-vie-french-international-internship-program

We are seeking a Chandon California VIE candidate available to start on November 1st for the period of 18 months, with possibility of extention to 24 months.

Les missions

In this role, you will work within our beautiful vineyard in sunny California. You will be on-site and very close to our operations team, focusing on the procurement of direct goods and collaborating closely with the production and winery teams. To thrive here, you will need to be proactive and team player, work autonomously to meet key milestones, and possess strong technical and project management skills.

Unlock your potential as a VIE: What you can learn

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies to optimize sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Manage supplier relationships to meet financial, quality, and timing goals.
• Prepare and oversee budgets for assigned portfolios, ensuring cost efficiency.
• Support regional and corporate initiatives, including supplier diversity and CSR projects.
• Engage in cross-functional procurement initiatives to drive company success and continuous improvement.

Profil

Passionate about Procurement? Join us if you have... Bachelor’s degree or higher with specialization in procurement Fluent in English; proficiency in French or Spanish is a plus. Experience in purchasing as in intern or apprentice; interest in the Wine and Spirits sector. Proficient negotiation and presentation abilities. Excellent proficiency in PowerPoint, Word Processing, Excel, database management, and AI tools.

Informations complémentaires

When you join Moët Hennessy…

• You embark on a career journey with the leaders of luxury wines, champagnes, and spirits, within the prestigious LVMH Group.
• You enter a world of possibility where career development opportunities across our 5 global regions and within the entire LVMH Group are unmatched.
• You join a passionate workforce within our internationally diverse and inclusive teams, exploring the rich heritage of our Maisons and shaping the next chapter of our story.

What is included in a VIE Package:

• Competitive monthly allowance
• Round-trip flight tickets
• Visa support
• One month of temporary accommodation upon arrival
• Medical insurance coverage

Criteria for VIE Program:

• Over 18 and under 28 years old on the date you apply and register on the Mon VI website. The assignment must start no later than your 29th birthday (bearing in mind that a V.I.E contract always starts on the 1st of the month).
• Be French or a European citizen.
• Be in good standing with regard to the national service obligations of your country(ies) (defence ID n°).
• Have a clean criminal record.
• Be able to devote yourself full time to your assignment : no part-time work, entrepreneurship, studies or paid activity at the same time as your V.I.E.
• Accept the letter of appointment that you sign with Business France which sets out your rights and your duties during your assignment.

Perspectives d'évolution

When you join Moët Hennessy…

• You embark on a career journey with the leaders of luxury wines, champagnes, and spirits, within the prestigious LVMH Group.
• You enter a world of possibility where career development opportunities across our 5 global regions and within the entire LVMH Group are unmatched.
• You join a passionate workforce within our internationally diverse and inclusive teams, exploring the rich heritage of our Maisons and shaping the next chapter of our story.

What is included in a VIE Package:

• Competitive monthly allowance
• Round-trip flight tickets
• Visa support
• One month of temporary accommodation upon arrival
• Medical insurance coverage

Criteria for VIE Program:

• Over 18 and under 28 years old on the date you apply and register on the Mon VI website. The assignment must start no later than your 29th birthday (bearing in mind that a V.I.E contract always starts on the 1st of the month).
• Be French or a European citizen.
• Be in good standing with regard to the national service obligations of your country(ies) (defence ID n°).
• Have a clean criminal record.
• Be able to devote yourself full time to your assignment : no part-time work, entrepreneurship, studies or paid activity at the same time as your V.I.E.
• Accept the letter of appointment that you sign with Business France which sets out your rights and your duties during your assignment.

Étapes du recrutement

What to Expect:

1. Apply

2. Screening

3. Assessment Center

4. Final decision