Third Parties Operations (3PO) Assistant Buyer (H / F / X)

Client Description :

MANPOWER Luxembourg SA  recruits for one of its clients based in Findel .  Third Parties Operations (3PO) Assistant Buyer (H / F / X)

Job Description : About the Role :

Position : 3PO Procurement Assistant Buyer

Reports to : 3PO Procurement Category Manager

Job Location : ?Luxembourg

Aim : Support the strategic procurement of contract manufacturing and co-packing services by ensuring reliable supply, optimizing cost and performance, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Enable operational excellence through data-driven sourcing, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Main Responsibilities :

Category Support & Analysis :

Execute SAP transactional activities related to third-party suppliers, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Work closely with cross-functional teams—including 3PO Industrialization, Finance, and Legal—to gather requirements and ensure alignment on sourcing strategies and decisions.

Coordinate with Ferrero’s internal R&D teams to follow up on industrial trials and ensure timely supplier payments.

Sourcing & Contracting :

Support the 3PO Procurement team through the sourcing process, including supplier enablement and qualification, while ensuring seamless system integration.

• Support the preparation and execution of tenders / benchmarks, including supplier evaluations and price comparison;

Assist in the preparation and review of contractual documents (e.g., NDAs, MOUs, Contracts) in partnership with the Legal team; oversee contract processing using digital platforms such as SAP Ariba and ICERTIS.

Supplier Management :

Manage and maintain relationships with existing suppliers to support ongoing collaboration and performance.

Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including ethical standards, certification achievements, and Days of Payments Outstanding (DPO).

Candidate Profile :

Educational background :

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related fields.

Professional experience [CC1]   :

Around 2+ years of relevant work experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Responsible Sourcing or other related functions.

Handson experience supporting or managing contract manufacturing, co-packing, or other third-party production services.

Exposure to RFI / RFP processes, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.

Familiarity with cost analysis, supplier performance tracking, and procurement reporting.

Experience working crossfunctionally with quality, operations, legal, and finance teams.

Understanding of compliance, regulatory standards (e.g. food safety), and risk management related to thirdparty suppliers is a plus.

Interpersonal skills :

Strong communication skills – able to clearly convey complex information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaborative mindset – works effectively across cross-functional teams including Quality, Operations, R&D, and Legal.

Analytical thinking – applies logic and data-driven insights to problem-solving and decision-making.

Attention to detail – ensures accuracy in contracts, data analysis, and supplier performance tracking.

Proactive attitude – takes initiative to identify risks, propose improvements, and follow through on tasks

IT Skills :

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Previous experience with SAP (WM, SD, MM Pur-PPPI, MDM as preferred).

Experience with procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, ICERTIS etc.)

Languages :

Any additional language is considered a plus.

What Client Offers :

Duration of the mission : - 3 months initial contract + 3 months extension

Salary : TBD

Benefits : 31 days’ holidays