Procurement Manager shaping sourcing strategy for leading supplier of fresh fruit. Combining operational responsibilities with strategic sourcing in a fast-paced, global organization.
Responsibilities
To provide market leading strategies to deliver new product developments in both fresh and value added categories
To deliver outstanding service expectations, ensuring customers’ expectations are met
Grow the customer base
Formulation and implementation of seasonal programs
Lead pricing negotiations
Establish, develop and maintain a commercially beneficial relationship with key customers. Write, implement, evolve and communicate a plan for all required areas
Liaise with internal departments (supply chain, procurement, technical, operations) to ensure quality and timely delivery of product
Liaise with procurement and supply chain teams to address sourcing and availability issues
Understand and communicate technical issues with the customer commercial team where necessary and liaise on these issues internally with technical and quality teams to achieve satisfactory resolution
Develop and maintain an understanding of the market sector including consumer trends, competitor activity, and product lines
Requirements
A relevant degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience in a commercial role, buying within fresh produce (fruit or vegetables)
Specialist all-encompassing knowledge of fresh produce
Proven track record of successful business relationships together with the development of new products, marketing, and strategic partnerships
Written and spoken fluency in English
Demonstrable initiative-taking and innovative problem-solving abilities
A strong, professional communicator who builds mutual trust and respect within a European supply-base.
Skilled negotiator with commercial and financial acumen
To consistently meet targets and thrive in a high-pressure environment
Previous experience working with Avocados would be great
Fluency in other languages (German, Dutch, French etc) is highly beneficial
Benefits
30 days of vacation
Professional development opportunities within the company
Membership in a premium fitness center for a small fee
Office at the Munich wholesale market near the Isar River
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