Expert Global Procurement Food (all genders)

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Expert Global Procurement Food (all genders) Full-time At METRO, we’re more than a global food wholesaler.

Darum lohnt es sich

We are ONE METRO: a diverse team of over 85,000 colleagues across more than 30 countries, united by one mission: enabling our 15 million customers to create meaningful moments in hospitality and independent trade. You analyze the international assortment, align with the sourcing teams in our countries, and derive creative and beneficial solutions.

Lead the global relationship between international teams of strategic suppliers, Metro HQ stakeholders and various METRO country companies ensuring the suppliers perform in line with our company strategy.

Process-Management : Coordinate global cross-functional teams (Quality, Packaging, Supply Chain, Marketing) through a clear and pre-defined Own Brand process. Strategy : Negotiate global service contracts delivering conditions against services designed together with our country’s international supplier strategies and joint business plans.

What we are looking for Education : University degree (or equivalent experience) with minimum 2 years relevant work experience, preferably in buying food commodities / FMCG on an international level.

Expertise & Personality : A strong negotiator with a proven track record in category management and condition-based supplier negotiations on both local and international level and strong interest in food product development and good understanding / willingness to learn HoReCa customer needs as well as openness to be motivated to get to know the B2B Food Wholesale sector, willing to accompany the development of our Global Strategy, following our Fundamentals with problem solving capacity and analytical thinking skills.

Communication : Good communicator, who enjoys working in teams with internal colleagues from both HQ and countries, suppliers and manufacturer being fluent in English (both written and oral). Discounts : discounted Jobticket as well as discounts in our wholesale stores and at many partner companies.

We shape the market with passion, commitment, and growth mindset. This means taking on responsibility, making our company your company and creating a business together that remains true to its roots but always seeks new solutions.

Your new role In the global headquarters we source a selection of goods that are offered to and sold by all our country subsidiaries worldwide. For our Food category, we are currently looking for an Expert in Global Procurement Food (all genders), who brings our assortment to the next level.

You keep close track on supplier production capacity and coverage rate and check e-sourcing status and report database (prices, volumes, supplier contracts). Where your expertise is needed Performance : Define, develop, negotiate, implement, and review the performance of a Global Own Brand Range in our countries.

Harmonization : Continuously align with our country subsidiaries to harmonize the product range and maximize its potential. Negotiation : Analyze and compare RFQ inputs from suppliers to negotiate the best quality/price ratio. Digital skills : Proficient knowledge of MS Office products including Word, Outlook and strong knowledge in Excel.

Flexibility : Problem solving capacity and analytical thinking skills. What we offer Work-life balance : Flexible working hours in agreement with your line manager, 30 days of holiday. Training : A comprehensive training offer via our own training center or externally.

Well-being : Health days with lots of health checks and information about your well-being, company medical care including a range of preventive services, such as flu shots, OTHEB employee assistance program. Exciting life on campus : Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, many campus events.

Comfort : Good transport connections, free parking spaces, JobBike. Company pension plan : You will receive a contribution to your company pension. Family driven : Three daycare centers for children on campus, support of holiday camps for children of employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr