International Sourcing Manager

30% of global agricultural raw materials end up as wasted resources. In other words, 6% of our global carbon emissions are generated for nothing. That's it. At Hubcycle, we are at war against that. We turn industrial waste into sexy B2B ingredients to make our food system more sober. We reinvent the industrial value chain by creating ingredients 100% made from unused resources. We purchase side-streams (byproducts) and turn them into competitive ingredients that we sell, with no compromise on quality.

Side-streams - typical examples :

Cocoa shells, Black pepper skins, deoiled / spent spices are obvious ones. But you might be curious to know how we have found coriander seeds and even saffron as a waste of some industries too. Wasting them is nonsense, and we need you to help us.

Your role

Increase business velocity by ensuring rapid and stable access to strategic lateral flow repositories. This position requires knowledge of industrial processes, food engineering, manufacturing best practices, and natural abilities in B2B strategy. You will focus on the early stages of our supplier lifecycle, more specifically, mapping, prioritizing and sampling products. Being the first point of contact with suppliers, you must also perfectly position Hubcycle for future collaboration, while maintaining a down-to-earth approach with your industry suppliers. Thus, the position includes mastering the negotiation process such as positioning, closing and B2B user experience in complex environments. Particular attention to suppliers constraints will allow you to achieve your objectives. This position involves great dedication to problem solving and excellent working relationships.

The job

You carry out the mission of International Sourcing Manager, and report to the Head of Sourcing and the Global Ctegory Manager of your portfolio.

Your position requires being in constant communication with all of the company's teams to guarantee customer satisfaction and the achievement of objectives.

As an expert, you build loyalty and develop your supplier portfolio, you ensure the quality of deliverables and the development of your product portfolio.

Tasks and duties

Sourcing

• Develop new supply chains for categories (new and existing) that will create a minimum of €100k of business.
• Suggest new partners that will match the selected finished product categories.
• Respond to new exploratory requests in real time and complete the Deposit List for each new candidate.
• Optimize sourcing procedures to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Actively participate in the construction of the procurement strategy and execute it within your scope.
• Ensure cooperation of parties involved to secure agreement on terms and procedures, maintaining long-term relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance.

Operational

• Use and enrich the CRM for all communication and file processing : digitalized approach.
• Leverage existing tools to reach prospects/vendors and obtain inbound data to track.
• Participate in training and seek opportunities to improve operations.
• Establish strong and fluid internal collaboration with each department.
• Maintain excellence in the prospect/supplier relationship and be a force for proposing "best practices" in this area.

Prerequisites

• You like challenges and aim high
• You have at least 7 years of experience in sourcing vegetal raw materials.
• You have a solid knowledge of the food industry & its practices, but also of industrial processes.
• You are known for your interpersonal and customer service skills, even in highly stressful situations.
• Lone Wolf and Team Player, you know how to work independently while still contributing to team efforts.
• French or English, no problem for you. We can switch languages easily in both personal and professional environments.
• You have experience sourcing food ingredients, flavors, colors and extracts. Education in agronomy is an important asset.
• Technical knowledge is essential.
• You embody HUBCYCLE values : Boldness / High Performances / Pragmatism / Collaboration.

Salary and conditions

• Permanent Contrat (CDI) - Full time
• Preferred location : Remote can be consider if relevant for the business
• Salary : Quality comes at a price, we know it. Salary will depend on location, profile & experience + Bonus
• Starting : ASAP

Recruitment process

• HR Interview with Recruiter
• Manager Interview
• Final interview with General Director and Founder.
• Feel the vibe In-House by meeting the Team in Avignon.