Soumia Ait M' Hand
About Soumia Ait M' Hand
Soumia Ait M' Hand is a Program Buyer with extensive experience in procurement, currently working at IDEMIA since 2020 and previously at Faurecia in various roles since 2015. She holds a Master's degree in Marketing from ESC Amiens and has a background in sales and purchasing.
Work at Faurecia
Soumia Ait M' Hand has held multiple positions at Faurecia since 2015. She began her tenure as an Innovation Buyer in Detroit, Michigan, where she worked for two years. In 2017, she briefly served as a Serial Life Buyer in Méru, France, for four months. Following this role, she transitioned to her current position as an Acquisition Buyer, where she has been employed since 2017. Additionally, she has been working as a Program Buyer at Faurecia since 2019, accumulating significant experience in procurement and purchasing within the automotive industry.
Current Role at IDEMIA
In addition to her roles at Faurecia, Soumia Ait M' Hand has been serving as a Program Purchasing Manager at IDEMIA since 2020. In this position, she is responsible for overseeing purchasing strategies and managing supplier relationships. Her experience in procurement and program management contributes to her effectiveness in this role, enabling her to navigate the complexities of purchasing in a technology-driven environment.
Education and Expertise
Soumia Ait M' Hand studied at ESC Amiens, where she earned a Master's degree in Marketing from 2012 to 2015. Prior to this, she attended IUT de Lens, where she completed a Licence in Sales and Purchasing (Commercialisation de Biens et Services Inter-entreprise) from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in marketing and procurement, enhancing her capabilities in her professional roles.
Previous Experience in Hospitality
Before entering the procurement field, Soumia Ait M' Hand worked as an Assistant Hotel Manager at Mercure Hotel in Swindon, United Kingdom, for five months in 2013. This experience in the hospitality industry equipped her with valuable skills in customer service and operations management, which she has since applied in her subsequent roles in purchasing and procurement.