Global procurement manager
Purpose of jobthe global procurement manager leads the global sourcing strategy for raw materials and oversees key procurement categories such as packaging, contract manufacturing and selected indirect spend for huber agrosolutions.main responsibilitiesdevelop and execute global sourcing strategies for raw materials while managing procurement activities for packaging, contract manufacturing and indirect spend.establish procurement governance, best practices and continuous-improvement initiatives across the organization.build and lead a procurement center of excellence (coe) to strengthen capabilities, consistency and procurement excellence.support innovation and new product development through supplier partnerships and alternative material sourcing.lead supplier qualification, selection, negotiations, contracting and strategic relationship management.drive supplier performance, cost competitiveness, quality, innovation and service through performance-management processes.monitor commodity markets, regulatory developments,
transportation trends and geopolitical factors affecting supply and cost.identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and reliable access to critical materials.provide market intelligence and strategic sourcing recommendations to leadership while collaborating with cross-functional teams.requirementsminimum 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or supply chain management.proven success leading global sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations and contract management.strong expertise in strategic sourcing, market analysis, supplier relationship management and procurement best practices.experience developing and managing kpis that drive cost efficiencies and service improvements.background in specialty chemicals, agricultural chemicals, crop protection or specialty chemical manufacturing is strongly preferred.bachelor's degree in supply chain, business or related field, or equivalent experience.fluent in english and italian.strong leadership, communication, analytical and stakeholder-management skills with high integrity and accountability.
transportation trends and geopolitical factors affecting supply and cost.identify supply risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and reliable access to critical materials.provide market intelligence and strategic sourcing recommendations to leadership while collaborating with cross-functional teams.requirementsminimum 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or supply chain management.proven success leading global sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations and contract management.strong expertise in strategic sourcing, market analysis, supplier relationship management and procurement best practices.experience developing and managing kpis that drive cost efficiencies and service improvements.background in specialty chemicals, agricultural chemicals, crop protection or specialty chemical manufacturing is strongly preferred.bachelor's degree in supply chain, business or related field, or equivalent experience.fluent in english and italian.strong leadership, communication, analytical and stakeholder-management skills with high integrity and accountability.