About this role
You want to do more than manage purchase orders — you want to own category strategy, lead supplier negotiations, and directly impact the P&L? Then take ownership of direct materials sourcing for an international niche world leader.Salary: €90,000 – 120,000 / year, depending on experience | Permanent | Immediate start | BexbachWhy join us?- Strategic ownership: you own your categories globally, not just execute someone else's sourcing plan- Direct influence on P&L through savings, cost modeling, and supplier negotiations- Hands-on role combined with strategic scope — close to sites, not just headquarters theory- Hybrid working possible where travel and supplier meetings allow [please confirm extent]- 28 days of vacation, plus Rosenmontag, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve automatically offAbout us – in briefHeadquartered in Bexbach, KD Pharma Group is a mid-sized, internationally active company and one of the world's few manufacturers of Omega-3 concentrates with a purity of up to 99.5% – built on a sole focus on Omega-3 fatty acid research and technology development.Aufgaben- Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting for direct materials (raw materials, packaging, components) to achieve savings, quality, and supply continuity- Own assigned categories globally: develop sourcing strategies, benchmark markets, and drive competitive positioning- Lead supplier business reviews and category meetings, ensuring alignment across Procurement, Technical, and Operations- Identify and qualify new suppliers to enhance competitiveness and reduce supply risk- Lead complex supplier negotiations leveraging cost breakdowns, volume leverage, and market trends- Develop and execute negotiation playbooks with the Strategic Sourcing Specialist- Manage long-term agreements, payment terms, and escalation clauses in line with group governance- Build and maintain cost models, track raw material indices, and perform variance analysis- Analyze supplier quotations, freight trends, and payment terms to determine total cost of ownership (TCO)- Maintain and improve supplier relationships through structured performance reviews and scorecards- Partner with QA/Technical teams to resolve non-conformances and ensure preventive actions- Lead cross-functional alignment on material specifications, MOQ rationalization, and cost-saving projects- Act as mentor and point of escalation for sourcing or supplier-related issues within the Procurement teamQualifikationMust-have- Bachelor's degree and 5–10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management in a manufacturing or regulated environment (pharma, nutraceutical, or chemical industry preferred)- Proven expertise in negotiation and contract management for raw materials, packaging, and services- Demonstrated experience in vendor qualification programs and supplier audits- Strong analytical and financial skills (cost modeling, spend analysis, TCO evaluation)- Strong understanding of cGMP and quality management requirements- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, NAV, Business Central) and advanced Excel/Power BI skills- Effective written and verbal communication skills in EnglishNice-to-have- Certifications such as CSCP, MCIPS, or equivalent- Formal training in negotiation or strategic sourcing- Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills- High level of initiative, autonomy, and accountability in delivering business resultsBenefitsYour benefits- A varied role in an innovative company with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths- Hybrid working possible where travel and supplier meetings allow- 28 days of vacation, plus Rosenmontag, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve automatically off- Individual career and development opportunities in an internationally operating company- Competitive compensation with Christmas and vacation bonuses- Company pension scheme- Free water and coffee- Company products at employee prices- Regular team eventsWhat happens nextBexbach | Immediate start | ⏳ Full-timeSend us your application, no need for a perfectly polished cover letter. We'll get back to you promptly.Homeoffice:Umfang: Nach Vereinbarung