Procurement Manager SPF

About usSymrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.Its sales of 4.7 billion in the 2023 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America.Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process.Symrise – always inspiring more…Your roleWill liaise on a daily base with the logistic supervisor to guarantee the raw material and ingredients deliveries without any production shortage.To keep up to date the purchasing price in the relevant spreadsheetTo keep up to date the raw material, ingredient, and packaging codification as per SPF standardTo negotiate on behalf of SPF USA the purchasing price considering from the price ex work to the transport until the term of payment.Will be part of the manufacturing cost assessment by validating/ commenting the raw material availability and cost.To permanently investigate any new raw material supplying in term of contact, pricing and opportunity for SPF USA.To organize a monthly report to the General Manager regarding the key points of the activityTo liaise with the purchasing Manager at SPF France in order to coordinate our actions and to provide the information SPF France needs in term of international consolidation.Ability to interface with all levels of associates in a professional manner both internally and externally.About you• Expert knowledge of Authority Certifications and Regulations (USDA, FDA, EU, HACCP, ISO, GMP)• Proficient knowledge of Agricultural industry to identify and act to anticipated increases with different Agricultural commodities. • Specialized in Implementation of strategic positioning for raw material animal by products and key ingredients sourcing by combining domestic and imported materials to ensure availability and price.• Professional and skilled at Management of importation & exportation of both animal proteins and acquiring ingredients required with Import Permits• Certified Auditor for processes and regulations for food and feed industry• Tactical and strategic planner of transportation logistics • Developer of specialized material for use in Pet Food wet & dry • Exceptional understanding of process equipment and application related to Pet Food (Dryers, Blenders, Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Chippers, Reactors, Centrifuges, Evisceration systems, Animal by Product harvest, Refrigeration) • Incomparable knowledge of Pet Food processes dry / wet• Uncompromised perception of the American and Canadian pet food industry• Excellent comprehension of the Rendering Industry in both the US and Canada due to the competition for the available animal by products utilized in both Industries.Our offerBecome part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.