About Accor
Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences in more than 110 countries, with more than 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and bars, wellness and coworking spaces.
The Group deploys one of the most diversified ecosystems in the sector, thanks to around 45 brands from luxury to economy, including lifestyle with Ennismore.
ALL, the Group's booking platform and loyalty program, embodies Accor's promise during and beyond the hotel stay and supports its members on a daily basis, enabling them to enjoy unique experiences.
Accor is committed to taking concrete action in the areas of business ethics, responsible tourism, sustainable development, solidarity commitment, and diversity and inclusion. The Group's mission is expressed through its purpose: “Pioneering the Art of Responsible Hospitality, Connecting Cultures, with Heartfelt Care”.
Founded in 1967, Accor SA, headquartered in France, is a CAC 40 company, publicly listed on Euronext Paris and on the OTC market in the United States.
About Accor Group Purchasing Organization (GPO)- Astore
Accor Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) – Astore, is Accor’s fast-growing and innovative Procurement department, revolutionizing the hospitality sector by offering responsible products and services necessary to ensure the proper functioning of all hospitality businesses.
Collaborating with ~4500 suppliers across the world, Accor GPO – Astore is covering most of hospitality needs. A team of ~260 experts serving ~8,000 customers in 30 countries sources, negotiates, and promotes sustainable & competitive offers.
Accor GPO – Astore’s organization is global (with Holding teams and Luxury & Lifestyle teams) and local (with Premium / Midscale / Economy teams based in 4 Hubs: Europe North Africa, Middle East Asia Pacific, Americas, Greater China).
The Holding organization has several poles: Global Category Management, Procurement Digital Factory and Sustainability, Strategy & Finance.
Job Context
Accor GPO – Astore has recently launched its Strategy & Transformation Office to accelerate and sustain Procurement performance. The team plays a key role in:
- Supporting the GPO SteerCo in defining and prioritizing growth levers and enablers
- Monitoring execution of transversal projects and adjust priorities as needed
- Optimizing and deploying core and cross-functional processes
- Enhancing collaboration through clear roles and responsibilities
- Ensuring tools and data effectively support defined processes and governance
Job description
Reporting to the Director of Procurement Strategy & Transformation within the Strategy, Transformation, Sustainability & Finance team, the Procurement Transformation Project Manager will be a key contributor to strategic initiatives shaping the Procurement operating model.
Working as part of the Strategy and Transformation office, you will partner with Procurement leadership and both global & local teams to deliver high-impact transformation projects aimed at improving performance, aligning organizations, and addressing structural pain points across Procurement functions.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver complex transformation projects across the Procurement organization, including operating model design, process improvement, and organizational alignment
- Structure and manage project plans, ensuring on-time delivery of key milestones
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops and governance meetings to ensure alignment and effective decision-making
- Develop high-quality executive presentations and decision papers for top management
- Support adoption of new ways of working by collaborating with the change management lead (e.g., communication, training, and rollout activities)
- Coach and mentor junior team members on selected projects
Why Join Us?
This role gives you a unique chance to shape the future of a dynamic, rapidly growing Procurement organization on a global scale. You’ll collaborate directly with senior Procurement leaders and both global and local teams – from local sourcing teams to finance- driving impactful transformation projects in an international, fast-paced environment.
Skills
- Project Management: Proven experience leading cross-functional and cross-geographical projects, structuring governance, managing timelines, and driving continuous improvement.
- Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to design and structure complex transformation roadmaps across regions, with a strong analytical mindset to identify root causes and drive impactful solutions.
- Process Mapping & Operational Efficiency: Skilled in optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and support organizational alignment.
- Language & Communication: Fluent in English and French (written and spoken), with a clear and impactful communication style tailored to different audiences, including executive presentations.
- Personal Attributes: Autonomous, proactive, rigorous, adaptable, and results-driven, with a positive, team-oriented mindset
Academic & Professional background
- Academic background: Master / MBA
- 4-to-6-year experience in Consulting, Project Management and/or Procurement
- Experience in complex and international environments
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, operating models, and organizational design is a plus