Global Food Sourcing & Procurement Lead

MCTC Marine Ltd; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Provident Fund

Hybrid work after training

Wellness initiatives

Company events

Job summary

MCTC Group of Companies seeks a Global Food Procurement and Sourcing Specialist to establish a worldwide supplier network, consolidate volumes, and scale procurement across borders.

You will lead negotiations, monitor market trends, ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, ADR), travel to supplier sites, and collaborate with Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Marketing to drive growth.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Proven experience in quality management, auditing, or operational consulting (supply chain, food, facilities, or similar industries).
• ISO 9001:2015 QMS Auditor / Lead Auditor (IRCA certified).
• ISO 22000 Internal Auditor certification.
• Strong knowledge of BRC and ADR standards (mandatory).
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP principles.
• Experience in supplier audits and compliance assessments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and build strong relationships with food producers, manufacturers, and suppliers across international markets.
• Develop effective global sourcing strategies to secure high-quality food products at competitive prices.
• Lead supplier negotiations, market research, and price comparisons to maximise purchasing value and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Stay informed about international food market trends, pricing developments, and emerging sourcing opportunities.
• Play key role in establishing and expanding a centralised global food procurement network.
• Develop collaborative purchasing arrangements with suppliers across different countries and ports, combining purchasing volumes to secure better pricing and commercial terms.
• Build mutually beneficial partnerships that create long-term value for food producers, suppliers, and business partners.
• Travel internationally to meet suppliers, visit production facilities, strengthen relationships, and explore new business opportunities.
• Identify and establish strategic partnerships that improve procurement efficiency, supply reliability, and overall competitiveness.
• Develop and implement efficient sourcing and procurement processes to support the network's growth and long-term success.
• Explore new markets, products, and commercial opportunities to support international business expansion.
• Identify opportunities to generate new revenue streams through the sourcing, distribution, and sale of food products.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential customers, distributors, and commercial partners.
• Contribute to the development of the procurement network into a broader international sourcing and distribution business.
• Work closely with senior management to develop procurement strategies, business plans, financial projections, and commercial growth initiatives.
• Evaluate purchasing efficiencies, profit margins, cost-saving opportunities, and supply-chain improvements.
• Take ownership of day-to-day sourcing activities, supplier negotiations, and commercial initiatives, working independently and proactively.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Marketing, to support business growth.
• As the business expands, take on greater responsibility for strategic partnerships, commercial development, and new business opportunities.

Skills

Fluent English

MS Office Suite

Quality management

Auditing

IRCA ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

ISO 22000 Internal Auditor

BRC & ADR standards

HACCP principles

Supplier audits

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Travel willing

Job description

MCTC Group of Companies seeks a Global Food Procurement and Sourcing Specialist to establish a worldwide supplier network, consolidate volumes, and scale procurement across borders.

You will lead negotiations, monitor market trends, ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, ADR), travel to supplier sites, and collaborate with Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Marketing to drive growth.