Procurement Manager (gn) - External Manufacturing

Your mission

• You own the strategic sourcing of finished goods (e.g. food, supplements, ready-to-drink, capsules) produced by external manufacturers
• You collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (e.g. Product Line Management of ESN and More Nutrition) to ensure supplier strategies and timelines align with business objectives
• You analyze spend, cost structures, market trends, and supplier landscapes, and derive sustainable sourcing strategies
• You manage and develop supplier relationships end-to-end – from segmentation and evaluation (quality, service, value) to regular business reviews
• You identify and drive cost-saving initiatives and continuously improve productivity
• You analyze data to reduce complexity, optimize specifications, and ensure the optimal supplier base
• You lead tenders (RFX), develop commercial models, and negotiate complex contracts considering price, supply, service, legal, and IP risks
• You identify risks (e.g. price volatility) and develop strategies to ensure supply security

Your experience & skills

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or a related field
• You bring several years of experience in strategic sourcing/procurement & in sourcing externally manufactured finished goods (contract / 3rd party manufacturing)
• Experience in FMCG or the food industry is a plus