**Job Summary**

The Procurement Specialist will lead the development and execution of the sourcing strategy for direct materials with a spend of around 10M€ and various procurement projects in a multi-national environment. The portfolio includes raw materials generally used for fertilizers and formulations for gardening products.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Gain a strong knowledge of materials and related regulatory and manufacturing processes.
• Develop a good understanding of the markets for products.
• Establish a strong relationship with external parties and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as R&D, regulatory, marketing, and supply chain.
• Identify improvement and savings opportunities as well as risk management.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and regular price analyses related to the portfolio.
• Engage in troubleshooting efforts and root cause elimination with suppliers, factories, and R&D.
• Lead and participate in projects for savings, replacements, and new product development.

**Requirements**

• Knowledge of procurement processes.
• Leadership and teamwork skills.
• Project management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Understanding of supply chain principles and planning processes.
• Ability to learn and adapt.
• Motivated and driven to deliver results despite challenges.
• Fluency in English and French.
• Knowledge of regulated products such as pesticides and biocides is a plus.

**Education and Experience**

• Master's degree from a university, business school, or engineering school covering procurement or supply chain.
• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in fertilizers, chemicals, and/or regulated markets.
• Multi-site or international work experience is preferred.