The position of (Senior) Procurement Manager/Buyer (m/f/d) offers you, as an ambitious procurement expert, an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills in a fast-growing and dynamic company. In this role, you will support the procurement of raw materials and ensure their delivery in the highest quality and at competitive prices. Your responsibilities will include:
- Strategic buying responsibility for both raw materials and finished products categories, to achieve cost savings, quality improvement, and risk reduction.
- Selection and qualification of new suppliers, products, and qualities.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contractual agreements with suppliers.
- Drive cost reduction and value creation initiatives across categories, including alternate sourcing, spec simplification, and packaging harmonization.
- Lead sourcing activities including RFIs, RFQs, and negotiations without compromising quality.
- Build and manage strong relationships with co-manufacturers and supply partners.
- Ensure supplier compliance with food safety, sustainability, and legal standards.
- Monitor supplier performance and maintain accurate data and reporting.