Laetitia R.

Lucid Motors is a cutting-edge technology company based in Silicon Valley, dedicated to creating the world's most advanced electric vehicles (EVs). Our mission is to accelerate the transition to sustainable transportation and energy through innovative design and technology. As a Category Buyer, I was responsible for strategic sourcing and supplier management for EMEA Service Center. I covered Europe and Middle East markets (overall 6 markets) and collaborated with international stakeholders on both continents with alignment with the US Headquarters. • Led strategic sourcing and the deployment of calls for tenders (Request for Proposal / Quotations), • Ran analysis of TCO Analysis for several programs as tools, equipment, customer care services (roadside assistance, car loans), vehicle leases, consumables. • Analyzed suppliers offers, and procurement recommendation (Cost, quality, deadlines and technical aspects) • Managed the supplier relationships and performance, strategic and tactical, which allow the expansion of the company and its centers in Europe and the Middle East, • Successfully negotiated contractual negotiations (General Terms and Conditions of Sale (GTCS) and Master Service Agreements (MSA), in collaboration with suppliers, company stakeholders and the legal team.

Airbus Canada is at the forefront of aerospace innovation, leading the development and production of the groundbreaking A220 aircraft. As part of the global Airbus Group, we are committed to driving sustainability and efficiency in aviation, with a significant economic impact on the Canadian aerospace industry. Our operations in Mirabel, Quebec, focus on assembling the A220, known for its fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and superior passenger comfort. As a Strategic Buyer for the A220 program, I managed to • Rationalise the procurement strategy for both North American plants - US (Mobile, Alabama) and Canada (Montreal area) with multiple sources of supply between Europe and North America, • Conducted a distribution RFP, in order to optimize sources of supply, improve inventory management at suppliers and better control issues related to the raw materials market (inflation, increase in post-covid supply costs, shortages, etc.) • Lead tenders and tenders, to optimize the financial performance of the program and ensure compliance with aeronautical procurement procedures • Ensure strategic alignment with MFT (multifunctional team) between Europe and Canada/ USA, • Conduct complex and strategic negotiations (external and internal) and collaborate with Program Manager, Engineering, Methodology, Ordering, to ensure optimal product supply for the A220 program • Management of the unit cost per aircraft of the category. • Management of purchase orders, qualification and creation of new suppliers (SAP).

Air France-KLM Engineering & Maintenance is a leading provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, supporting the Air France-KLM Group and third-party airlines worldwide. I was responsible for a technical procurement portfolio including capital expenditure (CapEx) and operational expenditure (OpEx), represented by cabin safety equipment and medical evacuation equipment: • Analysed the needs of the main stakeholders (benchmarks, RFIs) - engineering mainly • Managed contracted creation and negotiation • Monitored supplier performance, • Implemented CSR approach with stakeholders and suppliers: activities relocation (EU>France/Paris Area), collaboration with disabled people's associations • Make or Buy : Internalization of repair activities leading to 15% cost avoidance • Project management and RFQ/RFP resulting in a 17.5% reduction in costs