1.  Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Performance Manager to join our team, reporting directly to the Head of Sourcing Performance. This key role collaborates closely with the two Category Directors and our production platforms and is responsible for leading strategic supplier-related projects and initiatives on a global scale.

The ideal candidate will be tasked with analyzing and providing actionable insights into the entire supplier base, from raw materials to finished products. They will take full ownership and coordinate Supplier Management tools, including Scorecards, Supplier Conferences, Business Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures.

A critical aspect of this role involves automating and enhancing the current supplier performance evaluation tool, the Scorecard, ensuring alignment with Lacoste’s business objectives and sustainability goals.

Serving as a vital liaison between Lacoste’s internal teams and external suppliers, the Supplier Performance Manager plays a key role in strengthening supplier relationships and ensuring operational excellence.

This position is also central to the success of the Durable Elegance Project, an initiative aimed at transforming and elevating Lacoste's supply chain to new levels of efficiency and sustainability.

If you have a passion for supply chain management, supplier collaboration, and driving strategic initiatives in a dynamic global environment, we encourage you to apply.         

2.   Main activities:

Suppliers Performance and continuous improvement:

·       Responsible for the Supplier performance Scorecard to be delivered on-time (from Tiers 1 to Tiers 5 Suppliers)

·       Secure corrective Action Plans implementation with the support of regional & central operational teams

·       Gather on time product and operation teams KPIs & feedbacks on suppliers

·       Engage top management on the results of the Scorecards, and Action Plan follow up.

·       Lead discussions with I.T. Teams and consultants to lay out better the current scorecard processes and digitalise the current tool

·       Partnership with CSR teams to select and engage our best suppliers to be part of our Livelihood program (communities pilar of Durable Elegance)

Suppliers Relationship :

·       Enhance Suppliers’ relationship management via the organisation of events such as the Supplier Conference and Suppliers satisfaction surveys

·       Coordinate with all involved operational teams to deliver on time the Standard Operating Procedure of Lacoste to our Suppliers

Suppliers Strategy :

·       Build long term partnerships with Strategic Suppliers through shared business plans

Other duties:

The Project Manager may also be required to perform some ad-hoc tasks:

·       Definition and implementation of sourcing processes

·       Contracts and legal documentation management

Internal/external background:

·       5+ years of experience in project management

·       Bachelor or master’s in business fields

·       Knowledge of the fashion industry is a plus

Business skills:

·       Strong organizational and prioritization of tasks/projects

·       Autonomy and responsibility

·       Global and strategic vision

·       Able to navigate multicultural and cross-functional settings with ease

·       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Interpersonal skills:

Ambassador of 4 Company values: Tenacity, Elegance, Play as a team, Daring

·       Team player in both successful and challenging times

·       Autonomous with strong work ethic

·       Flexibility

·       Effective communicator

·       Decision-making and problem-solving abilities

·       Innovative spirit

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