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Soutima Buffin

Procurement & Supply Chain Director chez Proxis Développement
About

• Dynamic and results-driven Supply Chain & Procurement Director with over 20 years of experience in complex industries. • Proven track record of optimizing supply chain operations within international organizations, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiency. • Seeking to leverage expertise in Supply Chain & Procurement leadership to drive business growth

Previous Brands
Proxis Développement
IMERYS MINERAUX FRANCE SA
Imerys Filtration
TEKAT LIMITED
HUTCHINSON GROUP LIMITED
Work Experience
Procurement & Supply Chain Director
Nov ‘20 - Now
Proxis Développement

• Member of Management Board, leading & overseeing all aspects of the supply chain function, managing a team of 50 professionals. • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to streamline procurement processes, optimize inventory levels, and improve supply chain efficiency with a 3-year plan. • Negotiate contracts with suppliers and vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality standards are met. • Implement inventory management systems to track and manage raw materials, finished goods, and intermediate products. • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring continuity of supply and minimizing disruptions. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance, reduce lead times, and increase overall productivity. • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor and evaluate supply chain performance, implementing corrective actions as needed. Improve Procurement index by 20 points in 3 years

Global Supply Chain & Purchasing Manager
May ‘16 - Sep ‘20
IMERYS MINERAUX FRANCE SA

• Managed the day-to-day operations of the supply chain department, including procurement, logistics, and inventory management. • Lead Imerys Improvement program (I3) as Supply Chain Expert. • Led cross-functional teams to implement SAP, resulting in improved data visibility and process automation. Achieve 10M€ saving in 3 years with I3 program

Supply Chain & Purchasing Manager
Sep ‘13 - May ‘16
IMERYS MINERAUX FRANCE SA

Scope:15 Plants, 3 Warehouses & 7 quarries, (70M€) • Lead 15 Supply Chain & Procurement professionals across 6 countries • Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies to optimize supplier relationships and achieve cost savings targets. Achieve 5M€ saving in 2 years with cost optimization initiatives.

Supply Chain & Purchasing Manager
Aug ‘11 - Sep ‘12
Imerys Filtration

Scope: France & Benelux, 4 Plants, 1 Quarry, (10M€) • Direct & functional management of 10 people • Negotiate and optimize Transportation budget

Supply Chain & Purchasing Manager
Apr ‘05 - Aug ‘11
Proxis Développement

Scope: 4 Plants, (5M€) • Manage a team of 6 people • Create and Develop SC plan • Drive & Achieves significant Cost Saving • Integrate 4 new plants with a clear strategy and road map

Supply Chain & Purchasing Manager
Nov ‘03 - Apr ‘05
TEKAT LIMITED

Scope: 5M€ • Create a SC plan for chemicals logistics (inbound and outbound) • Select and implement 3rd party for logistics Platform in Rotterdam • Create & Implement Supplier score card, quality control process and KPI • Implement New ERP (SAGE) to manage Sales Order and Shipment

Project Manager "E-Procurement" plateform
Feb ‘99 - Sep ‘02
HUTCHINSON GROUP LIMITED

Manage "E-Procurement" plateform for Spare parts • Design functional needs and select supplier for website • Create and implement promotional plan for solution within distributors >> 80% purchase order placed through system at end of 1st year

Languages
Anglais
Espagnol
Francais
Thailandais
Education & Training
ISEG
‘97 - ‘00
Master's degree
Université Paris 8
‘94 - ‘97
Bachelor's degree
91370 Verrières-le-Buisson, France