We are seeking a highly motivated Procurement Apprentice in Paris, France. Under the responsibility of the Senior Manager Toll Manufacturing, you will be responsible for the day to day procurement activities for the EU region and will support the category goals and projects. At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated **Your mission** + Manage day to day supplier relationship for Europe and South Africa regions : pricing, contracts, procurement projects + Support the projects initiated with our suppliers by the Industrialization team + Follow the KPIs for the whole External Manufacturing scope: track contract implementation, sustainability, cash and savings performance + Lead the KPIs improvement + Carry spend analysis and actively participate to the category strategy definition + Be ready to support the team on various projects **We bring** + Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards. + Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change. + Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative. + Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet. **You bring** + Master Degree in Business, Purchasing, Food Technology, Chemistry, Science, Agronomy + Strong interest for commercial activity in an international environment + Fluent in French and English + Rigor and curiosity are a must + Self-starter and independent mind are a plus **About dsm-firmenich** As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com