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position overview:
we are a leading company in the food and flavoring industry, currently seeking a
position overview:
we are a leading company in the food and flavoring industry, currently seeking a raw materials buyer specialized in spices to join our procurement team. This role focuses exclusively on the local sourcing of spices such as chili, oregano, garlic, onion, pepper, among others, from producers, intermediaries, and suppliers.
we are looking for a technically skilled professional with strong negotiation abilities, sap experience, and fluent english for internal reporting and communication.
key responsibilities:
* execute purchasing strategies for raw materials (spices) within the local market
* negotiate prices, contracts, and purchasing terms with local producers and vendors
* visit growing regions to evaluate crops, harvesting processes, and agricultural practices
* ensure quality, traceability, and compliance with product specifications
* manage purchase orders and transactions through sap (mm module)
* monitor pricing trends, crop seasonality, and potential supply risks
* collaborate with the quality, logistics, and planning teams to ensure efficient deliveries
* generate procurement reports and supplier performance analysis
requirements:
candidate profile:
* minimum 5 years of experience in domestic spice or agricultural raw material purchasing
* strong knowledge of classification, quality standards, seasonality, and storage of spices
* bachelor’s degree preferred in agronomy, agribusiness, food engineering or related fields
* fluent in english (written and reading) for reports and internal communication
* proficient in sap and excel
* strong negotiation, field knowledge, and results-oriented mindset
we offer:
* competitive base salary based on experience
* legal benefits and additional perks
* career development in a stable and technically focused organization
* ongoing training and exposure to cross-functional teams
* opportunity to directly impact product quality through sourcing decisions
seniority level
* seniority level
not applicable
employment type
* employment type
full-time
job function
* job function
purchasing and supply chain
* industries
technology, information and internet
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