Internship - Supplier PerformanceLacoste

1. Purpose (why does the job exist withinthe organization?)

• The Supplier Performance Assistant reports directly tothe Head of Sourcing Performance and works closely with the Supplier PerformanceManager
• The Supplier Performance Assistant will contribute tooptimizing supplier relationships and fostering collaboration between thecompany and its key suppliers. He / She will act as a bridge between Lacoste'sinternal teams and the Suppliers.

2. Main activities:

Vendor Management:

• Assist the supplier Performance manager in the implementation of theSupplier performance Scorecard throughout all fives Suppliers tiers to bedelivered on-time, within scope and meet objectives.
• Provide support in monitoring supplier performance through keyperformance indicators (KPIs) and other relevant metrics.
• Support the supplier performance manager to lay out better the currentscorecard processes
• Analyse suppliers' data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities forcontinuous improvement.
• Analyse Suppliers' performance evolution and consolidate correctiveAction Plans with operational teams.

Other duties:

• The Project Manager may also be required to perform some ad-hoc tasks:
• Enhance Suppliers' relationship management via the organisation ofevents such as the Supplier Conference and Suppliers satisfaction surveys.
• Support on definition and implementation of sourcing processes
• Support on Contracts and legal documentation managementConduct research on market trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in supplier relationship management.

Internal/external background:

• Bachelor or master's in business fields (Minimum level of educationrequired: Licence 3 / Master 1)
• Knowledge of the fashion industry is a plus

Business skills:

• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drawmeaningful conclusions.
• Strong organizational and prioritization of tasks/projects
• Autonomy and responsibility
• Global and strategic vision
• Able to navigate multicultural and cross-functional settings with ease
• Have strong communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel andPowerPoint.

Interpersonal skills:

Ambassador of 4 Company values: Collaborative,Accountable, Caring, Audacious

• Team player in times both successful and challenging
• Autonomous with strong work ethic
• Flexibility
• Effective communicator
• Decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Innovative spirit

Embody brand values: Joie de vivre,Authenticity, Elegance

• Positive attitude
• Tact and diplomacy

Specific requirements:

• Fluency in English is a must
• Fluency in French is a strong advantage
• Knowledge of Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese), and Spanish may be a plus
• Position location: Paris