Location: NL, UK, SP, or PL
Schedule: Full-time
Travel Required: Approximately 20%
At PPG, we protect and beautify the world. As our new Sourcing Lead HR Services EMEA, you will play a key role in shaping how we source and manage HR-related services across the region. You will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, foster supplier relationships, and unlock value across categories such as Contingent Labor, Payroll, Learning & Development, and more.
Your Impact
You will manage sourcing activities across South EMEA, ensuring alignment with global strategies and delivering measurable value. You will also support Professional Services sourcing—particularly in the French market—where your language skills and market insight will be essential.
Key Responsibilities
Lead regional sourcing initiatives for HR Services, including RFPs, supplier selection, and compliance monitoring.
Manage supplier relationships across categories including:
Contingent Labor
Payroll and Time Management
Learning & Development
Permanent Recruitment and RPO
Marketing, Consulting, and Fleet (specific to France)
Execute category strategies through:
Stakeholder engagement and communication
Spend analysis and market research
Strategic sourcing tools such as RFX and reverse auctions
Contract management and vendor performance evaluation
Collaborate with global and regional teams to align sourcing plans and drive innovation.
Deliver cost savings and improve working capital through optimized sourcing and contract execution.
What You Bring
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in strategic sourcing within HR or Professional Services.
Proven success in managing regional or global projects and supplier negotiations.
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
Ability to work independently, influence stakeholders, and lead change.
Experience with e-sourcing tools and performance tracking.
Fluency in English and French is preferred.
What We Offer
In addition to a competitive salary, PPG provides:
Access to a comprehensive Procurement Academy offering diverse training programs for continuous development.
Collaboration within a dynamic and multicultural international team.
Career growth opportunities across the EMEA region and beyond, within our global organization.
Ready to protect and beautify the world with us?
Apply now and bring your sourcing expertise to a company that’s shaping the future of procurement.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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