Theophile Huguet

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Global Category Buyer
Location: France


Lactalis Group | Laval, France
Since Jan 2021: Group Global Buyer Transport and Logistics

▪ Lead global procurement for transportation, warehousing and loading devices (900mUS$). ▪ Supervise the team for supply chain procurement for French perimeter (100mUS$).
▪ Manage group purchases for ocean transportation (55mUS$).
▪ Develop CSR initiatives in coordination with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
▪ Issue and share market report within Group procurement community.

Vallourec Group | Boulogne-Billancourt, France
2019 – 2021: Global Logistics Sourcing Manager
▪ Manage the suppliers panel for international transport and logistics services.
▪ Ensure transparency of spending for international logistics activities (circa. 22mUS$ yearly). ▪ Cooperate with internal stakeholders worldwide to define and deploy purchasing strategies. ▪ Support local buyers for tenders and for contracts negotiations.
▪ Develop negotiation strategies to generate savings and improve service level.
2017 – 2019: Logistic Buyer- Projects
▪ Released RFI, RFQ to source logistics providers for projects and non-standard flows
▪ Defined panel of suppliers (Air/Road carriers, 3PL/ 4PL) compliant with Vallourec standards
▪ Enhanced commercial terms throughout contract implementation.
▪ Supported Middle East region to structure the logistics sourcing activity (5mUS$ yearly).
▪ Developed measurement of supplier performance (KPI) to improve service level and mitigate
operational risks.

Vallourec Group | Dubai, UAE
2014 – 2017: Logistic Manager – Oil & Gas division
▪ Managed orders deliveries to end users within the Gulf region.
▪ Sourced logistics providers for regional operations (1mUS$ yearly).
▪ Led price negotiations along with terms and conditions up to contracts implementation. ▪ Carried out transport engineering studies for commercial tenders.
▪ Defined and implemented new solutions for logistics projects in the Middle East.

Vallourec Group | Boulogne-Billancourt, France 2012 – 2014: Logistics Manager – Global solutions

▪ Implemented advanced logistics solutions in Africa and Asia.
▪ Supported sales department for commercial tenders with strong logistics requirements. ▪ Assisted logistics teams to develop and implement complex logistic roads.
▪ Consulted internally for Incoterms and Maritime regulation.

2007 – 2014: Logistics Specialist

▪ Managed operationally the overseas shipments to worldwide destinations.
▪ Coordinated with freight forwarders, shipping lines and stevedoring companies.
▪ Analyzed customers needs with sales departments to define relevant solutions.
▪ Addressed and followed up cargo claims with insurance brokers and loss adjusters.

STG & Nagel | Orly, France
2003 – 2007: Transport Coordinator

▪ Organized shipments for chilled and frozen goods within Europe.

  • Transportation/Logistics
  • Updated 9 months ago

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