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

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
You communicate fluently in English and ideally also in German
You have strong analytical capabilities and proven project management skills

Procurement Manager – External Manufacturing

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