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 P&L responsibility and accountability for the portfolio

Lead price fixations with strategic customers and negotiates directly with the customer

Management of position and risk exposure. Make suggestions how far to cover raw materials in line with the risk guidelines of the company

Negotiate cross-regional raw material tenders and make allocation suggestions to the Director 

Initiate new procurement initiates 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 support in optimal way 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 year 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 Degree in business, agronomics, economics or related field, Degree in business, agronomics, economics or related field 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 orientated 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 accurately 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 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