Freelancer profile translated to English.
Back to original languageAbout Steven
I have several years of experience in purchasing and supplier sourcing, with a real passion for finding the right partners and securing reliable supplies. I operate mainly in the European market, and speaking fluent French and English helps me enormously in building smooth and authentic relationships with my contacts.
In my work, I particularly enjoy understanding my clients' real needs and finding the most suitable solutions. I handle the entire process:
• finding and validating the right suppliers,
• checking samples,
• negotiating prices, Incoterms, payment terms, or MOQs,
• organizing international transport and logistics.
Over the years, I have built a solid network of partners in several fields:
• Electrical / Electronics
• Raw materials
• Industrial equipment
• Medical equipment
• Packaging
My goal is simple: to save you time, secure your purchases, and provide you with reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. I love my job, and I always make it a point of honor to support my clients with seriousness, transparency, and commitment.
French
Native or bilingual
English
Native or bilingual
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- My headspaManagerE-COMMERCEJune 2024 - Today (2 years)Lyon, FranceSince the launch of My Headspa, the entire project has been built and managed by me from start to finish. It all began with market analysis, demand study, and defining a clear positioning, which allowed for the creation of a complete and realistic business plan.I then took charge of all international sourcing: research and selection of manufacturers, quality verification, negotiation of prices, Incoterms, production timelines, and conditions. Each product was tested, adjusted, and validated to ensure compliance with European market expectations. Nothing was left to chance.I participated in the creation of the website according to my requirements (development on Shopify), writing product descriptions, structuring the catalog, integrating visuals, and establishing a coherent identity. The goal was to build a professional, efficient, and user-friendly site.I also designed and launched advertising campaigns, content, targeting, performance tracking, and customer acquisition. In parallel, I set up all the logistical organization: inventory management, shipment tracking, carrier relations, dispute resolution, and delivery time optimization.The administrative and financial aspects were managed with the same commitment: invoicing, payment tracking, customer service, after-sales service, and partner coordination.Every step, from the initial supplier contact to customer delivery, was driven and structured by my work. This comprehensive development has made My Headspa a complete, reliable, and recognized business, built entirely from scratch.
- BME CONSULTINGSourcing ConsultantIMPORT AND EXPORTApril 2020 - Today (6 years and 2 months)Lyon, FranceAt BME Consulting, I manage projects of significant scale, with project budgets exceeding €1M. I actively handle supplier sourcing, researching and evaluating the best partners in terms of quality and cost.I also oversee bid management, ensuring that each proposal meets our clients' needs. My role includes price negotiation, where I leverage my strategic market understanding to secure the most advantageous financial agreements.This also involves sample control to ensure the final products meet the highest quality standards.My experience at BME Consulting has provided me with in-depth expertise in these key areas.
- EllaImplementation of Purchasing Strategy / ConsultingTELECOMMUNICATIONSAugust 2023 - September 2023 (1 month)Lyon, FrancePurchasing Procedures Audit: Comprehensive evaluation of the client's existing purchasing processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.Supplier Analysis: Review of the client's supplier base, assessment of their performance, and advice on strengthening relationships with key suppliers while exploring new opportunities.Contract Negotiation and Optimization: Using the collected data, I renegotiated several major contracts, achieving significant savings while ensuring quality and timely delivery.Training: I trained the client's purchasing team on best practices, negotiation techniques, and the use of new tools and technologies.Through this mission, the client was able to achieve a significant reduction in their purchasing costs, improve their supplier relationships, and modernize their purchasing processes. The implementation of new technologies also increased the efficiency and transparency of the purchasing team.
Reviews
Ella
Ella
Reviewed on 9/5/2023
Thank you to Steven for meeting our needs. We had been searching for a supplier for several months and he managed to provide us with the necessary equipment to continue the project.
Jéremy
Simply On
Reviewed on 9/5/2023
After months of searching on my end, I couldn't find a satisfactory price for my client. Steven found me a supplier capable of meeting the demand. I highly recommend!
Recommendations
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Education
- Master in Purchasing and Supply Chain ManagementIdrac2016