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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management, with a strong focus on sustainability and regulatory compliance in the US and EU. Proficient in data analysis, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize supply chain operations.
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Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementRegulatory ComplianceData AnalysisNegotiation Skills
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Hard Skills
SourcingMarket Trend AnalysisSupply-Chain Risk AssessmentInventory ControlContract ManagementCost ManagementLogistics DocumentationERP SystemsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationCollaborationInitiativeRelationship BuildingResults Orientation
Industry Keywords
Organic FoodBeverageDietary SupplementSustainabilityRegenerative AgricultureGlobal SourcingCross-Functional PartnershipsTea IndustryHerb IndustrySpice Industry
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage strategic partnerships with ethically and sustainably aligned partners
- Contract for direct raw materials for US and EU operations
- Execute long-term strategic sourcing initiatives
- Maintain global supplier relationships
- Ensure regulatory compliance in the US and EU
- Manage costs, cross-functional partnerships, inventory control, data analysis, and order administration
- Collaborate with global buyers and directors to execute global sourcing strategy
- Develop supplier relationships to increase transparency, support sustainability, and reduce supply chain risk
- Develop and maintain global long-term agreements
- Source botanicals, spices, extracts, flavors, tea, herbs, and other raw materials using market trend analysis, supply-chain risk assessments, economic analysis, and regulatory knowledge
- Support regenerative agriculture, supply-chain transparency, social sustainability, and carbon-footprint information projects
- Travel to origin as needed
- Support production facilities in maintaining optimal inventory and mitigating shortages
- Support continuous improvement in technical quality and supplier delivery performance
- Manage logistics documentation and coordinate with external logistics partners
- Lead global supplier reviews
- Monitor tea, herb, and spice industry publications and data
- Contribute to short- and medium-term organizational risk management
- Lead cross-functional support for development, commercialization, and special projects for US operations
- Establish and develop partnerships with stakeholders across the organization
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in agriculture, business or related field, and/or 3+ years of relevant work experience in a sourcing role
- Organic food, beverage or dietary supplement experience preferred
- Prior buying responsibility with similar spend responsibility, including prior sourcing experience
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, and ERP systems
- Ability to negotiate effectively to manage costs
- Ability to collaborate effectively among all levels of the organization
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally or through writing
- Ability to take initiative, plan, and execute tasks independently
- Ability to build relationships with demonstrated ability to listen
- Ability to remain objective and results oriented in complex situations
- Ability to apply analytics and sound judgement to inform decision making
- Ability to successfully manage competing priorities and expectations
- Comfort and ability to travel to remote and/or underdeveloped locations as required
- Work authorization requirements are not specified
Benefits
Comp & perks- Remote work supported
- Occasional domestic and international travel
- Salaried/exempt position