Director of Commodity Sourcing overseeing trading strategies for organic food ingredients. Leading supplier relationships and negotiating international deals for NSI's global operations.
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing and trading strategies for key commodities, ensuring cost-competitive and reliable supply.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while applying a rigorous, tough-minded approach to negotiation.
Monitor global market trends, commodity pricing, and risk factors to inform buying decisions.
Collaborate with internal teams to align sourcing strategies with company goals and customer requirements.
Manage supplier performance, contracts, and compliance to ensure the highest quality and sustainability standards.
Expand NSI’s global sourcing footprint, identifying new opportunities and mitigating supply risks.
Travel extensively to various supply chain partners, trade shows and high-risk regions.
Requirements
Minimum 7 years’ experience in commodity trading, with a focus on organic food ingredients.
Proven track record of negotiating aggressively and successfully in international markets.
Deep knowledge of commodity markets, trading dynamics, and risk management.
Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
Experience with agricultural commodities that grow in South America such as seeds and sweeteners/sugar is a strong plus.
Resilient, tough-minded, and thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Willingness and ability to travel extensively internationally, up to 40%
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