Procurement Manager (M/F/X)

We are recruiting a Procurement Manager to lead global strategic procurement of active agrochemical ingredients, intermediates, and key raw materials to ensure supply security, cost competitiveness, risk mitigation, and the creation of long-term value. The person in this role will serve as a strategic business partner to the supply chain, operations, research and development, regulatory affairs, and commercial teams.

Main responsibilities

• Develop and implement global sourcing and category strategies
• Manage key supplier relationships and negotiate strategic contracts
• Monitor market trends, pricing, regulatory changes, and supply risks
• Deliver savings, optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and support margin improvement
• Partner with cross-functional teams on product development and business initiatives
• Drive procurement digitalization, analytics, and AI-enabled solutions.

Key KPIs

• Annual negotiated savings and cost avoidance
• Supply continuity and supplier risk reduction
• Supplier performance (OTIF, quality, innovation, sustainability)
• Procurement digitalization and stakeholder satisfaction
• Net working capital management

Current priorities

• Active Ingredient sourcing optimization
• Supplier portfolio rationalization
• Cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives
• Long-term supply agreement negotiations
• Supply risk mitigation programs.

Strategic projects

• Global Agrochemical Category Strategy deployment
• Critical raw material resilience program
• Strategic supplier partnership framework
• Procurement digitalization and advanced analytics
• ESG and sustainability integration within the supplier base

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Agronomy, Chemistry, Pharma, Chemical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Master's degree or professional certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management is considered an advantage.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience within the agrochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, crop protection, or related industries.
• Proven experience sourcing and negotiating contracts for active ingredients, raw materials, and other agrochemical raw materials.
• Strong understanding of global supplier markets, particularly in Asia, Europe, and India.
• Demonstrated success in cost optimization, supplier development, contract management, and supply risk mitigation.

Leadership Experience

• Proven track record of leading and developing procurement teams.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects involving Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at both operational and executive levels.

Technical & Commercial Competencies

• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong analytical and commercial mindset, with experience in cost analysis and market benchmarking.
• Knowledge of agrochemical and/or pharmaceutical regulations, registrations, and supply chain requirements is highly desirable.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and procurement reporting tools.

Language Requirements

• Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Ability to negotiate commercial agreements, participate in international meetings, and prepare professional business communications in English.
• Additional languages such as Spanish, Polish, or Chinese are considered an advantage.

Location & Mobility

• Preference will be given to candidates based in Spain or Poland
• Availability to travel internationally on a regular basis (approximately 20–40% of working time)
• Willingness to visit suppliers, manufacturing sites, industry exhibitions, and business partners worldwide

Personal Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen
• Results-oriented and capable of working under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement