Procurement Manager

The Team:

The Finance team is responsible for protecting the Company's financial assets, mitigating financial risks and reporting the financial position of the company to business stakeholders.

The department is comprised of the following pillars: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Accounting, Treasury, Inventory Control, Internal Control, Asset Protection and Procurement.

The Opportunity:

In a period of dynamic growth, Hermès of Paris seeks a versatile and experienced Procurement Manager to join our New York based team.

Reporting to the Procurement Director, this role oversees procurement activities across Store Construction, Store Maintenance, IT, and Asset Protection.

We are looking for a generalist - someone with broad procurement expertise across diverse categories, who thrives in complexity and brings strategic clarity to cross-functional needs.

Experience in Construction is a strong asset.

Scope of Categories:



* Store Construction: Millwork, General Contractors, Storefronts, Architects


* Maintenance: Cleaning, HVAC, Lighting, Electrical, Millwork Repair


* IT: Network Infrastructure, Equipment, Software


* Asset Protection: Security Systems, Surveillance Equipment, Security Guards

About the Role:

As Procurement Manager, you will lead strategic sourcing, supplier engagement, and contract negotiation across your categories.

You'll drive innovation, cost optimization, and sustainability while aligning procurement strategies with Hermès' values and operational goals.

Your main tasks will be:


* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across departments


* Develop and implement category strategies based on business needs, cost analysis, and supplier market intelligence


* Conduct market research and maintain a robust supplier database


* Lead RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes


* Manage supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation, and contracting to ensure optimal terms and quality


* Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and lead corrective action plans when needed


* Oversee annual supplier risk analysis campaigns


* Champion Hermès' sustainability initiatives within assigned categories

Supervisory Responsibility:


* No

Budget Responsibility:


* YES - Operate within the department's annual budget, identifying opportunities for cost improvement and efficiency

About You:


* Bachelor's degree or higher in Procurement, Finance or related discipline


* Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement, ideally within the Luxury or Hospitality industries.


* Demonstrated ability to manage diverse Procurement categories; Construction experience is a plus.


* Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, category strategy, and contract management.


* Outstanding negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.


* Entrepreneurial spirit, ability to challenge the status quo and generate new ideas.
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