Job Description
In the global headquarters we source a selection of goods that are offered to and sold by all our countries’ subsidiaries worldwide. For our Food segment of the business, we are currently looking for an Expert Sourcing Food for categories like (Dairy, Wine, Frozen, Edible) (f/m/d), who brings our assortment to the next level and drives business growth. You will be a part of our newly created department, that unites Global Sourcing with Business Development and centers around a holistic procurement approach. You will benefit from an agile and collaborative environment, where you can contribute with your own ideas while growing professionally and personally.
Where your expertise is needed:
* You analyze the international market trends, align with the sourcing teams in our countries, and derive creative and beneficial business solutions.
* Develop, negotiate, and implement the Global Own Brand Range in our 22 countries.
* Coordinate cross functional teams (Packaging, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing) through the Own Brand process.
* Align with our countries’ subsidiaries to harmonize the product range and leverage scales.
* You keep close track of supplier production capacity and coverage rate and check e-sourcing status and report database (prices, volumes, supplier contracts).
* Negotiate global service contracts with strategic suppliers delivering year on year incremental investments against services, designed to drive joint business growth.
* Steer & maximize implementation of agreed services in line with countries’ value creation plans
* Analyze and compare RFQ inputs from suppliers to negotiate the best quality/price ratio.
* Execute performance review meetings with all strategic suppliers.
* Review key performance indicators and ensure accurate reporting.
Qualifications
* University degree (or equivalent experience) with at least 2 years' relevant work experience preferably in buying food commodities/FMCG internationally.
* Strong interest in food product development and good understanding of HoReCa customer needs.
* A strong negotiator with a proven track record in category management and condition-based supplier negotiations on both local and international level.
* Leadership qualities and proven skill set on how to lead diverse stakeholders without official reporting line.
* Proficient knowledge in MS Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook (especially Excel, at least VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables).
* Good communicator and Team player who enjoys working with customers, suppliers, and other key stakeholders
* Problem solving capacity and analytical thinking skills
* Willingness to travel (trade fairs, factory visits, country visits).
* Fluent in English.
Additional Information
What we offer:
* To be part of a fast-growing international team that has significant scaling ambitions across multiple markets.
* Work-Life Balance: Trusted working hours, 30 days of vacation and home office options
* Further training: A comprehensive further training offer over an own training team as well as an own annual training budget
* Well-being: Health programs, a free fitness studio on our campus and regular employee events
* Comfort: Very good public transport connections and free parking spaces. A canteens with a varied selection of meals and discounts in our stores and at many partner companies