Job Description

The Procurement Specialist supports company's sourcing operations by identifying suppliers, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring cost-effective procurement of food and agricultural products.

Procurement & Supplier Management

+ Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers. + Manage procurement contracts, pricing terms, and delivery schedules.
+ Evaluate supplier performance, ensuring compliance with quality and sustainability standards.
+ Develop and maintain supplier relationships to secure competitive advantage.

Sales & Business Development

+ Identify, acquire, and grow relationships with retail and industrial clients. + Negotiate sales contracts, volumes, and commercial terms.
+ Achieve revenue, margin, and growth targets for assigned categories.
+ Strengthen Glatz's presence in the Austrian and international food/agribusiness market.

Production & Demand Planning

+ Align procurement and sales forecasts to ensure efficient production planning. + Prepare and monitor demand forecasts, stock levels, and delivery schedules.
+ Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to optimize inventory management.
+ Ensure on-time, cost-effective deliveries to retail and industrial customers.
+ Provide visibility on production requirements based on seasonal cycles and customer demand.

Market & Commercial Analysis

+ Conduct regular market intelligence on prices, trends, and competitors. + Provide margin and profitability analysis to management.
+ Support in budgeting, forecasting, and investment proposals.

Cross-functional Collaboration

+ Partner with finance on payment terms, credit risk, and cash flow. + Work with marketing to enhance product positioning and brand visibility.
+ Collaborate closely with logistics and operations for end-to-end supply chain efficiency.

Requirements

University degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or related discipline. 4-6 years' experience in procurement, sales, or production planning (FMCG, food distribution, or agribusiness). Proven success in managing both supplier and client accounts. Experience in production or demand planning is a strong advantage. Proficiency in MS Office; ERP/CRM systems knowledge preferred. Fluent in English, German and/or Hindi.

Benefits

A dynamic and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. * Competitive salary and benefits package.