Head of SDVM Procurement

The Head of Store Design & Visual Merchandising Procurement leads the global procurement strategy for Store Design & Visual Merchandising (SDVM) and manages a global team of Procurement Managers based in US, CH and CN. The role ensures value creation, innovation and supplier excellence across all SDVM categories while driving key global and regional projects and supporting the business with deep procurement expertise and functional leadership.

This role requires strong procurement acumen, understanding of the luxury retail environment, and the ability to interpret technical specifications for stores or VM components.

How You Will Create a Beautiful Impact

1. Strategy & Governance

Own and develop the global SDVM procurement strategy, ensuring alignment with overall company and retail transformation priorities.

Define and deploy global category strategies, ensuring regional input and maximizing scalability across markets.

Act as strategic business partner for the SDVM Stakeholders for La Prairie and Chantecaille.

2. Procurement Business Partnering

Lead global procurement activities in close collaboration with cross-functional partners (SDVM, Retail, Construction, Finance).

Identify opportunities to increase Procurement’s value contribution and define multi-year roadmaps.

Supervise global negotiations (TCO, prices, payment terms, quality standards) within the SDVM category portfolio.

3. Performance Management

Set top-down targets for the global SDVM procurement team, considering market dynamics and cost drivers.

Monitor performance achievement and initiate corrective actions when required.

4. Procurement Processes & Systems

Drive process enhancements with focus on standardization, efficiency, automation, and integration of new technologies.

Ensure compliance with legal requirements, procurement policies, and accurate use of data across systems.

Contribute to continuous improvement of global procurement standards and methodologies.

5. Supplier Management

Lead the qualification, selection, and performance evaluation of SDVM suppliers.

Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure capability, innovation, and long-term competitiveness.

Partner with suppliers to co-develop innovative solutions in fixture design, materials, sustainability, and execution efficiency.

6. People Leadership & Development

Lead and inspire a global team of Procurement Managers located in the US, CH, and CN.

Develop talent, build capabilities, and support individual development plans.

Provide functional leadership to regional/local procurement specialists involved in SDVM-related activities.

What you need to have to be our next audacious and creative talent

• Procurement expertise: Strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiations, cost structure analysis.
• Luxury business understanding: Knowledge of luxury retail environments, store concepts, VM standards, premium materials, and brand experience requirements.
• Technical understanding: Ability to interpret store layouts, fixture drawings, technical designs, materials, and manufacturing processes.

At La Prairie, we are committed to supporting your professional and personal well-being through a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance Contribution: Enjoy a monthly contribution towards your health insurance.
• Generous Leave Policy: Benefit from 25 days of annual leave, plus an additional 8.5 days off (available for HQ employees).
• Exclusive Product Discounts: Access special discounts on La Prairie products and participate in Employee-Only Sales at our exclusive Employee Boutique.
• Skill Development Opportunities: Benefit from unlimited access to La Prairie’s “SkillCare” program, tailored to enhance your skills and support your professional growth, along with access to the LinkedIn Learning platform for additional learning resources.
• Career Mobility Opportunities: Explore internal and international mobility options within the Beiersdorf Group.
• Employee Referral Bonuses: Earn bonuses for referring talented individuals to join our team.

Your journey with La Prairie begins here. Submit your application quickly and easily through our online tool—only applications received this way will be considered. The selection process includes a combination of interviews with HR, the Hiring Manager, and key stakeholders, along with assessments. We look forward to meeting you.

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At La Prairie we work on creating a diverse & inclusive culture by having a balanced population and an open, safe, trusting and accepting culture. We believe that diversity in our talents is the strength of our House and we are supporting professional equality for everyone. We welcome applicants with and from diverse background.