Fresh Category Buying Manager (Global Sourcing, B2B Foodservice Supply Chain)
Position: Fresh Category Buying Manager (Global Sourcing Specialization)
Reports to: Head of Commercial
Location: London WC1V
Business Context: Founding member of strategic B2B vertical, building global fresh supply chain with focus on meat sourcing
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop global sourcing network covering key meat production zones (EU/NA/LATAM/ANZ), extending to seafood & produce cross-border procurement
2. Lead multinational supplier strategy: From tier-1 meat processor partnerships to niche regional suppliers (e.g. Brazilian beef, EU pork)
3. Design dynamic cost models integrating futures hedging, multi-origin sourcing & FX risk management
4. Establish cross-region quality standard alignment system for Asian culinary requirements
5. Optimize international logistics through customs innovation and multimodal transport solutions
6. Build procurement team with global competency framework for future category expansion
Requirements:
1. 5+ years global fresh procurement experience, including 2+ years specialized in transcontinental meat sourcing
2. Proven network with overseas farms/processing plants/exporters in key production regions
3. Expertise in INCOTERMS, meat grading systems (e.g. USDA/EU standards), halal/HACCP certifications
4. Strong multi-timezone collaboration skills for end-to-end process management
5. Data-driven risk anticipation capability for supply chain disruptions (e.g. avian flu, freight rate spikes)
6. Entrepreneurial mindset to navigate matrix organization structures
We Offer:
1. Dual growth path: Solid line to Commercial leadership + strategic exposure to COO-level initiatives
2. Global sourcing empowerment: Dedicated budget for emerging region exploration
3. International rotation: Bi-annual origin trips & supplier co-creation workshops
4. Founding member profit-sharing + cross-border cost optimization bonuses
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Technology, Information and Internet
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