Antoine Sauvageot
About Antoine Sauvageot
Antoine Sauvageot serves as the Head of Indirect Procurement for the Americas at Groupe Rocher, bringing extensive experience in procurement and category management across various industries, including information systems and technologies.
Current Role at Groupe Rocher
Antoine Sauvageot serves as the Head of Indirect Procurement for the Americas at Groupe Rocher, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Los Angeles, California, he is responsible for overseeing procurement strategies and operations across the region. His role emphasizes value creation and a strong focus on people, aligning procurement practices with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Antoine Sauvageot has a diverse background in procurement, having worked in various roles across multiple industries. He was a Procurement Category Manager for Information Systems & Technologies at Thales from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he held positions such as Cost Reduction Engineer at ArcelorMittal and Junior Buyer at VINCI Construction France. His experience spans sectors including construction and steel manufacturing, enhancing his expertise in category management.
Educational Background and Expertise
Antoine Sauvageot possesses a dual educational background in engineering and business, which supports his expertise in procurement organization management. He studied Materials Science and Technology at Université de Technologie de Troyes, earning a Master of Engineering (MEng) from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he completed a Master of Science in International Purchasing & Innovation Management at KEDGE Business School in 2017, further solidifying his knowledge in procurement practices.
Career Progression
Antoine Sauvageot's career progression includes significant roles in procurement management. He worked at ALTEN as IT/TEL Lead Buyer from 2014 to 2016 and later as Group Procurement Manager from 2016 to 2018. He returned to Groupe Rocher as Global Procurement Category Manager for Information Systems & Technologies from 2020 to 2022 before assuming his current position. This trajectory highlights his commitment to advancing procurement strategies and practices.