F&B Buyer, Fresh Produce

MSC Cruises; Genova; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading global cruise line is looking for an F&B Buyer for Fresh Produce in Genova, Italy. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in fresh food sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to analyze market trends. The role involves building relationships with suppliers and managing procurement activities to optimize purchasing agreements. Candidates must be fluent in both English and Italian, with additional languages as a plus. This is a full-time position that offers a dynamic work environment.

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years of experience, ideally in the cruise sector.
• Comprehensive understanding of food strategic sourcing and market trends.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Availability to travel.

Mansioni

• Source fresh fruit and vegetables globally complying with guidelines.
• Build commercial relationships with suppliers.
• Analyze suppliers’ bids and negotiate terms.
• Evaluate market trends and suggest innovative products.
• Maintain accurate procurement records.
• Collaborate with Logistics for best procurement agreements.

Conoscenze

Fresh produce category expertise

Negotiating skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Fluency in English

Fluency in Italian

Knowledge of procurement e-platforms

Formazione

Degree in Economics

Master’s degree in Food and Beverage Management

Degree in Gastronomic Sciences

Degree in Procurement Management

Degree in Business Management

Strumenti

Crunchtime

Descrizione del lavoro

F&B Buyer, Fresh Produce – MSC Cruises

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Purpose

The candidate will contribute to the efficiency of the Food sourcing activity on global markets by implementing strategic sourcing actions to reach optimization and improvement at all levels. The Buyer will work with the team to research, analyze and forecast current and future buying trends, markets, and products; develop and maintain commercial relationships with suppliers to ensure satisfactory purchasing agreements reaching the best combination of quality, rates and services.

Impact

• Source fresh fruit and vegetables worldwide in line with expected target and in compliance with the company guidelines.
• Manage and build appropriate commercial relationships with suppliers to develop strategic partnerships.
• Analyze suppliers’ quotations and bids, verify product specifications and negotiate terms & conditions.
• Evaluate market trends, proactively suggest innovative solutions and products and use market research to strategically plan future purchases.
• Produce analytics reports and maintain accurate records.
• Proactively work with Logistics and supply to achieve best possible procurement agreements.

Journey so far

• Previous experience in the role, minimum 3 years, ideally within the cruise sector.
• Degree in Economics, Gastronomic Sciences, Procurement Management, Business Management (master’s degree in food and beverage management is a plus).

Essentials

• Experience in the fresh produce category and comprehensive understanding of Food strategic sourcing and market trends.
• Good Excel skills, knowledge of procurement e-platforms is an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of computer systems (knowledge of Crunchtime is an advantage).
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret quotation data and logistics options.
• Very good negotiating and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Italian, any additional language is an advantage.
• Ability to work as part of a team.Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Availability to travel.

Commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

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