Commercial Procurement Specialist - Retail & Industrial
New Today
The Procurement Specialist supports company’s sourcing operations by identifying suppliers, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring cost-effective procurement of food and agricultural products.
- Procurement & Supplier Management
- Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers.
- Manage procurement contracts, pricing terms, and delivery schedules.
- Evaluate supplier performance, ensuring compliance with quality and sustainability standards.
- Develop and maintain supplier relationships to secure competitive advantage.
- Sales & Business Development
- Identify, acquire, and grow relationships with retail and industrial clients.
- Negotiate sales contracts, volumes, and commercial terms.
- Achieve revenue, margin, and growth targets for assigned categories.
- Strengthen Glatz’s presence in the Austrian and international food/agribusiness market.
- Production & Demand Planning
- Align procurement and sales forecasts to ensure efficient production planning.
- Prepare and monitor demand forecasts, stock levels, and delivery schedules.
- Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to optimize inventory management.
- Ensure on-time, cost-effective deliveries to retail and industrial customers.
- Provide visibility on production requirements based on seasonal cycles and customer demand.
- Market & Commercial Analysis
- Conduct regular market intelligence on prices, trends, and competitors.
- Provide margin and profitability analysis to management.
- Support in budgeting, forecasting, and investment proposals.
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Partner with finance on payment terms, credit risk, and cash flow.
- Work with marketing to enhance product positioning and brand visibility.
- Collaborate closely with logistics and operations for end-to-end supply chain efficiency.
Requirements
- University degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
- 4–6 years’ experience in procurement, sales, or production planning (FMCG, food distribution, or agribusiness).
- Proven success in managing both supplier and client accounts.
- Experience in production or demand planning is a strong advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Office; ERP/CRM systems knowledge preferred.
- Fluent in English, German and/or Hindi.
Benefits
· A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
· Opportunities for professional growth and development.
· Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Location:
- London
- Job Type:
- FullTime