Corporate Buyer Raw Materials

Lotus Bakeries, Milan; Baar; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global snack manufacturer is seeking a Corporate Buyer Raw Materials based in Baar, Switzerland. The role involves ensuring raw material availability across multiple plants, managing supplier relations, and optimizing procurement strategies. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Economics, at least 5 years in strategic procurement, and fluency in English. The company promotes a dynamic and supportive working environment with opportunities for growth and personal development.

Leistungen

On-the-job learning

Enjoy delicious branded snacks every day

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years experience in strategic procurement and sourcing negotiations.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in (Swiss) German and French is a plus.
• Strong project management skills and accuracy.

Aufgaben

• Manage raw materials portfolio and optimize supplier base.
• Negotiate to achieve best total cost of ownership.
• Prepare and support procurement/financial reporting.

Kenntnisse

Negotiating skills

Analytical skills

Proactive approach

Team spirit

Open communication

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Economics or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

As Corporate Buyer Raw Materials, you are responsible and accountable for ensuring the availability of the assigned raw materials in 13 plants, mainly based in Europe, of the group.

• You manage the assigned raw materials portfolio, including extending and optimizing the supplier base and establishing a proper risk management by defining corresponding strategies to ensure material availability.
• You plan, prepare and execute the negotiations to achief best TCO for the company. You also conclude framework agreements with suppliers and make sure that our factories have a secured supply with contingency plans.
• Using and developing existing sourcing processes and structures, you ensure internal & external alignment that supports the growth of our business.
• Throughout the year, you prepare and support different procurement/financial reportings, also involving the monitoring and evaluation of volume and price developments of raw materials in the group and markets.
• This role reports to the Corporate Procurement Manager Raw Materials (Biscuits & Bakery) and is based in Baar, Switzerland.

Profile

To be able to achieve the above and be successful in this role we believe you need to have:

• A relevant academic background with a Master’s degree in Economics or equivalent.
• Valid experience in strategic procurement and sourcing negotiations within raw materials or commodities. We aim for a minimum of 5 years, looking for an autonomous, independent and highly capable professional.
• Fluency in English. We consider profiency in (Swiss) German and French as a strong plus.
• Next to strong negotiating skills, you also show a pro-active, entrepreneurial approach to your responsibilities, with a focus on reliability, communications and autonomy.
• Strong analytical skills, combined with accuracy and project management skills.
• A good match with our TOP-values Team spirit, Open communication and Passion.

"Our working atmosphere is really unique. People are passionate about their work, hard-working and very driven to further grow & improve the business. At the same time, it is an enjoyable working environment with little stress and where everyone is willing to help each other. A perfect balance for me."

Anouck Draps

Global Digital Media & Commerce Manager

Offer

Grasp the opportunity to join an ambitious and driven team with a mix of talents! Being part of a fast growing, international company, you will get tons of on-the-job-learning and acquire new insights. In addition, you will be part of a culture where passion, team spirit and open dialogue are our main drivers. And of course, on top of that, you can enjoy delicious branded snacks every day!

Do you want to be part of a terrific team with the ambition to create small momentsof happiness every day? Meet our people, discover their unique skills and get excitedto join them in a great work environment.