About the role
We are looking for a Buyer Oils and Fats to be responsible for all buying activities across the category. The function requires a continuous improvement mindset.
Key Responsibilities include
* Be fully responsible for a smooth, reliable procurement of BC factories in Western Europe
* Decide independently on spend allocation up to or after alignment with Director above certain spend level
* Full accountability for the portfolio
* Lead and negotiate price fixations with customers
* Negotiate cross-regional raw material tenders and make allocation suggestions to the Director
* Initiate new procurement initiatives to ensure the profitability of the category
* Develop sourcing strategies and drive respective implementation and execution
* Build up network within the industry and develop and/or maintain relationships with suppliers
* Engage strongly with other corporate functions to continuously improve the sourcing of ingredients in order to optimally support the business targets of the entire organization
* Collaborate closely with the BC Market Analysis team
* Take an active and vital role in cross-functional project team work targeting sustainability, R&D, etc.
* Act as contact point for other functions such as sales department, quality, supply chain, sustainability, etc.
About you
* Degree in business, agronomics, economics or related field
* Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role in the oils & fats environment
* Deep understanding of vegetable oils market and supplier landscape and strong understanding of oils and fats markets is a must
* Outstanding track record of purchase portfolio is a must, as well as demonstrated capability to perform well in dynamic, fast-paced commodity markets
* Knowledge of emulsifiers/lecithin a plus
* Computer literate, including proficiency in MS Office
* Proven track record of ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements
* Analytical, numerically astute with strong proven problem-solving abilities
* Results oriented with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines
* Willingness to take over accountability and ownership of the category
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, global organization environment
* Independent, target-oriented and accurate also under high pressure and in uncertain markets
* Agile, flexible and able to adapt to constantly changing (market) conditions
* Excellent command of the English language. French and German a strong plus
* Must have a passion to negotiate and achieve best-in-class deals for the company
* Commercially and financially aware
* Keen attention to detail and accuracy
* Must be able to work in a multicultural environment
* Must be able to lead laterally to defend market views and position of portfolio
* Embraces personal challenge, confident, rounded thinker and a problem solver
* Proactively contributes to the team
* Assertive, optimistic and open to change
* Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working with others
* Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure
* Should enjoy highly volatile and global commodity markets
* Enjoys making our customers more successful in buying raw materials at best cost
* Able to look for solutions independently and has a forward-looking attitude
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