Procurement Manager

Join Spark Cleantech : At the Heart of Sustainable Innovation

Sector: Deep Tech / Cleantech / Innovation

Who We Are
Spark Cleantech is a fast-growing and innovative start-up developing a breakthrough process that
replaces the combustion of hydrocarbons
in high-temperature industrial furnaces and in materials production with an alternative that is
not only fully decarbonised, but also economically competitive
and requires only minimal adaptation to existing industrial processes.

Following the successful deployment of an industrial pilot on a client site in 2024 and a major funding round in 2025, we are now building our first industrial standard.

Our ambition is bold: to address, by 2027, sectors that represent 10% of the global CO2 emissions on a multi hundred Bn€ market
.
To support this growth, we aim to hire
around 20 talented individuals to join our team
who share our
vision
, contributing to a more sustainable world, and our
values
: positivity, passion, and high standards. We are looking to bring together top experts in their fields to industrialize a technology that comes with exciting challenges.

Our team is passionate, positive, and committed to building a cleaner future. If you're looking to join a high-impact, ambitious, and innovative project, we'd love to hear from you

Your Role
You will be part of the Operations department and reporting to Chief of Operations

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Rapidly setting up a structured procurement organization with formalized yet agile processes, covering the full scope from strategic sourcing, negotiation, contracting, supplier follow-up and risk management, through to goods receipt, stock management, and warranty claims.
• Defining and deploying a procurement policy for goods and services adapted to a startup environment, while preparing a robust structure to support future industrial scale-up.
• Establishing clear and rigorous procurement processes, including general purchasing conditions, supplier framework agreements, project-based budget tracking, and inventory strategy.
• Ensuring full procurement ownership for prototype development by coordinating all related purchase orders and contracts.
• Acting as procurement owner for the industrial demonstrator project, in support of the project manager and for the technology devlopment in support of the relevant workpackage managers

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Proactively identifying, qualifying, and onboarding key suppliers for sensitive technological equipment (plasma torches, reactors, power electronics, filtration systems, etc.).
• Managing framework agreements with service providers (training, engineering firms, inspections and certifications), in collaboration with Apave and other relevant specialized bodies.
• Leading operational procurement for services, including electricity, gas, metal fabrication, civil engineering, IT, and various technical services.
• Implementing supplier inspection and performance monitoring processes (quality, lead times, service execution) to secure deliverables.
• Building and maintaining a structured supplier database.
• Ensuring continuous IP protection through active monitoring, robust NDA negotiation, and supplier contracts including warranty protection and tailored legal clauses.
• During the industrialization phase, leading an ambitious procurement scale-up, including the strategic negotiation of mid- and long-term contracts for increasing volumes, while ensuring an optimal balance between quality, cost, and delivery.
• Managing long-term supplier relationships, including contracts related to installation, maintenance, and logistics, with an emphasis on just-in-time deliveries.

Your Profile

• Generalist engineering degree (chemistry, mechanical, process, electrical or industrial engineering), ideally complemented by a specialization in procurement or industrial project management
• At least 10 years of proven experience in procurement management or contract management within complex technical industrial environments (energy, hydrogen, chemicals, industrial equipment)
• Prior experience in an agile structure such as a startup or SME; exposure to large international industrial groups is a strong asset
• Strong technical background combined with solid commercial and legal skills, particularly in contract negotiation and intellectual property matters
• Fluent English is mandatory, with a strong international focus to identify, negotiate and manage suppliers and partners outside France if necessary.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a strong results-driven mindset (lead times, quality, cost optimization)

What We Offer

• A dynamic environment within a high-potential Deeptech start-up
• Diverse and evolving responsibilities around an innovative product
• A supportive, talented and passionate team
• A meaningful mission: contributing to a more sustainable future

Recruitment Process
We keep things fast and simple:

• A brief 15-minute phone call with our HR team to get to know each other and discuss the role and your background
• An in-person meeting with the hiring manager, for a more in-depth conversation
• If the discussion goes well, we'll follow up with a technical case study that will also allow you to know us better
• Final step: reference checks

A Note on Diversity and Confidence
Studies show that many women only apply if they meet 100% of the listed criteria. The skills listed here are guidelines, not strict requirements.

We'd be delighted to hear from you even if you don't tick every single box. We're looking to build teams that can innovate and grow together.

All applications are welcome, regardless of background, age, origin or gender, don't hesitate to apply