Supply and Trading Manager

FrieslandCampina; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

FrieslandCampina is seeking a Supply and Trading Manager in Darlington, Wisconsin, responsible for securing competitive cheese whey supply and maximizing co-products' value.

Your role involves developing sourcing strategies, leading negotiations, and ensuring optimal supply chain alignment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and provide leadership to the Supply & Trading team, contributing to a global organization focused on sustainable growth.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in procurement or supply chain management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in procurement, sales, or supply chain management.
• Experience in whey or dairy ingredients is preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing sourcing, trading, and logistics strategies.
• Monitoring global whey market trends and translating insights into strategies.
• Managing transportation activities to ensure reliable logistics.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supply and Trading Manager Darlington Wisconsin (US) Operations & Manufacturing 40+

The Supply & Trading Manager is responsible for securing competitive, long-term cheese whey supply while maximizing the value of cheese and cream co-products. This role leads supply planning, trading, and logistics activities to ensure end-to-end supply chain alignment, optimal factory utilization, and sustainable value creation across the dairy network.

What We Offer

• A strategic, high-impact role within a global ingredients organization
• Opportunity to shape sourcing and trading strategies in dynamic global markets
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams across operations, sales, and supply planning
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Professional growth and leadership development within FrieslandCampina

Vacancy Description

The Supply & Trading Manager is accountable for developing and executing sourcing, trading, and logistics strategies that ensure reliable whey supply and maximize the commercial value of cheese and cream co-products produced alongside whey protein operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring global whey market trends and translating insights into sourcing, trading, and risk management strategies
• Building and managing strategic supplier partnerships within the dairy network
• Leading commercial contract negotiations and actively managing exposure to market volatility
• Maximizing value through portfolio management, pricing discipline, and market optimization
• Driving robust production planning processes to optimize manufacturing capacity
• Managing transportation activities to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and compliant logistics
• Ensuring strong cross-functional alignment with Operations, Sales, and S&OP teams
• Leading, coaching, and developing the Supply & Trading team to deliver high-quality execution

What We Ask

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in procurement, sales, or supply chain management; experience in whey or dairy ingredients strongly preferred
• Strong negotiation and contract management expertise
• Deep understanding of dairy supply chains and market dynamics
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
• Independent, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to manage market risk
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

At FrieslandCampina Ingredients, our Supply & Trading team plays a critical role in connecting dairy partners, manufacturing operations, and markets. Working at the intersection of sourcing, trading, and supply chain planning, the team ensures continuity of supply, maximizes product value, and supports sustainable growth. As Supply & Trading Manager, you will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners while contributing to a global organization with a strong cooperative heritage and a future-focused mindset.

Why work with us:

An inspiring purpose

Better nutrition for the world and a good living for our farmers, now and for generations to come.

A cooperative culture

Driven by global collaboration, respect, and shared success

Space to aim higher, with autonomy and a clear focus

Your growth fuels ours

We invest in your personal and professional development through training and education.