Director of Sourcing, Commodities

NSI; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in the organic food industry seeks a Director of Sourcing Commodities based in Barcelona. The ideal candidate will have a strong trading background, proven negotiation skills, and at least 7 years of experience in commodity trading, particularly with organic ingredients. This role emphasizes building supplier relationships and managing commodity sourcing strategies. Candidates must be proficient in Spanish and English, and be willing to travel extensively for work.

Servicios

Remote work available

Flexible schedule

Formación

• Minimum 7 years experience in commodity trading with a focus on organic food ingredients.
• Professional proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Experience with South American agricultural commodities is a strong plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead sourcing and trading strategies for key commodities.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Monitor global market trends and pricing.
• Align sourcing strategies with company goals.
• Manage supplier performance and compliance.
• Expand sourcing footprint while mitigating supply risks.
• Travel extensively to supply chain partners and trade shows.

Conocimientos

Commodity trading experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Knowledge of agricultural commodities

Educación

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree (MBA preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Job title: Director of Sourcing Commodities

Location: Barcelona Spain

Must be based within a 1 hr drive to Barcelona.

Reports to: VP of Procurement.

Job type: Full-time.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV AND COVER LETTER IN ENGLISH FOR CONSIDERATION

Overview

NSI is a leading player in the natural private label food industry dedicated to providing high-quality organic and sustainably sourced food products to consumers. We believe in promoting healthy and conscious eating choices and our range of products reflects our commitment to quality and sustainability.

We are seeking a Director of Commodity Sourcing with a strong trading background and proven expertise in negotiating complex international deals in both Spanish and English. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing commodity sourcing strategies across multiple categories with an emphasis on organic ingredients. The ideal candidate is sharp, aggressive and thrives in high-stakes negotiations.

Key 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.

The ideal candidate will have

• 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%

Education and experience

• Bachelor's degree required in Business Economics International Trade Supply Chain Agribusiness or a related field. Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred especially with a focus on international trade supply chain or finance.
• Must have professional proficiency in Spanish and English (oral and written).

Work environment

• Remote work available but candidates must be living in close proximity to NSI's office in Barcelona for in-office or in-person meetings.
• Candidates must be flexible in regards to their schedule to accommodate working with an international team.

NSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.