Head of Procurement / Strategic Sourcing (m/f/d)

IronMaxx Nutrition GmbH & Co. KG; Hürth; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IronMaxx Nutrition GmbH & Co. KG in Germany is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager (m/f/d) to strategically and operationally develop our purchasing activities—with deep knowledge of FMCG, nutrition, and protein ingredients.

You will build supplier strategies, lead high-level negotiations, and manage risks across international sources to ensure price and supply stability. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Sales, and Product Development; drive dual-sourcing initiatives and risk management;

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Economics or a related commercial field.
• Several years of professional experience in procurement of protein, whey or other food products.
• In-depth category and supplier knowledge in Nutrition/Food Ingredients sector.
• Proven negotiation skills and contract success.
• Experience with whey proteins and functional foods.
• Expertise in risk management and dual-sourcing strategies.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and continuously develop a high-performing procurement department.
• Define and implement category strategies with a focus on protein and whey raw materials.
• Develop and execute risk management and dual-sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Sales and Product Development to ensure price and supply stability.
• Establish and maintain international supplier relationships.
• Represent at trade fairs, audits and meetings with key suppliers.
• Lead high-volume contract negotiations and manage investment decisions.
• Oversee sourcing processes, price benchmarking and supplier performance management.
• Ensure availability, quality and time-to-market.
• Monitor stock levels and align forecasts with Supply Chain Management.
• Analyze sales, product and market trends to optimize procurement strategies.
• Enhance procurement tools and SAP processes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Supplier relationships

Risk management

SAP

Food procurement

English fluency

German language beneficial

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Economics or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

#BEcomeMAXX

Do you know the protein industry like the back of your hand—from whey protein to bars to functional drinks? Do you have strong supplier relationships, a track record of successful high-level negotiations, and know how to manage risks and develop supplier strategies? Then you've come to the right place!We are looking for an experienced purchasing manager (m/f/d) to develop our purchasing activities strategically and operationally – with a deep understanding of FMCG, food & nutrition, excellent market knowledge, and a keen sense for quality, costs and speed.

Ready to perform? Your tasks with MAXXimum focus

Strategic & Leadership Responsibilities

• Build and continously develop a high-performing procurement department
• Define and implement category strategies with a focus on protein and whey raw materials
• Develop and execute risk management and dual-sourcing strategies
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Sales and Product Development to ensure price and supply stability
• Establish and maintain international supplier relationships
• Representant at trade fairs, audits and meetings with key suppliers

Operational & Execution Excellence

• Lead high-volume contract negotiations and manage investment decisions
• Oversee sourcing processes, price benchmarking and supplier performance management
• Ensure availability, quality and time-to-market
• Monitor stock levels and align forecasts with Supply Chain Management
• Analyze sales, product and market trends to optimize procurement strategies
• Enhance procurement tools and SAP processes

Your skillset - as strong as our protein

• Degree in Business Administration, Economics or a related commercial field
• Several years of professional experience in the procurement of protein, whey or other food products
• In-depth category and supplier knowledge in the Nutrition/Food Ingredients sector
• Proven negotiation skills and contract success
• Experience with whey proteins and functional foods
• Expertise in risk management and dual-sourcing strategies
• Proficient in SAP
• Fluent in English, German is a plus
• Strong analytical, strategic and results-driven mindset
• Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills