Senior Cost & Procurement Specialist at AIRE Ancient Baths ensuring cost efficiency across construction projects. Overseeing financial performance from feasibility to handover in a hybrid work environment.
About the role
- Driving sourcing strategies as a Strategic Procurement Manager at Arethia to expand global supplier network. Collaborating with teams to ensure quality ingredients and competitive pricing.
Responsibilities
- Scout new suppliers and evaluate their capabilities to expand Arethia’s global supply network
- Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and long-term agreements to secure competitive advantages
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (RnD, Sales, Quality, etc.) to align sourcing decisions with technical and innovation requirements
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality, sustainability, and delivery standards
- Analyze market trends and cost drivers to develop proactive sourcing strategies and mitigate risks
- Manage relationships with key suppliers to foster partnerships that support growth and reliability
- Optimize procurement processes and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Economics, Procurement, or equivalent practical experience
- At least 5 years of experience in supply chain management or direct procurement (physical goods)
- Proven experience in negotiating pricing and commercial conditions with suppliers
- Business-level communication skills in English (minimum B2)
- Ability to travel up to 30% internationally
- Experience in global sourcing and managing multi-country supplier relationships (preferred)
- Familiarity with flavor, food, or ingredient supply chains and related quality standards (preferred)
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in cost modeling and market trend analysis (preferred)
- Ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive process improvements (preferred)
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills to build strong supplier partnerships (preferred)
Benefits
- Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model
- 4 weeks remote work from other EU countries
- 30 days paid vacation per year
- Monthly allowance of €50 for your BAV
- Annual 360° feedback loops with clear promotion criteria and an individual career path
- Responsibility from day one in a company that encourages personal responsibility and growth
- Relocation costs can be reimbursed on a pro rata basis
- Regular company events such as summer party, Christmas party
- Paid team dinners or activities for each team twice a year
- Free parking right outside the door
- JobRad, subsidized lunch, subsidy for the Deutschlandticket, free language courses and discounted memberships at several gyms and for the Wellpass
- Fresh fruit, free drinks and snacks in the office
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