LOOKING FOR
Global Raw Material Manager (f/m/x)
Location: Salzburg, AT, 5020
We are NovaTaste - an independent and autonomous group of companies with headquarters in Salzburg, Austria and further locations in Europe, North America and Asia. We offer a wide range of ingredients - such as herbs, spices and active ingredients - for food manufacturers and the catering industry. With around 1,900 employees, we serve more than 16,000 customers worldwide. As an employee, you can count on team spirit, flexibility, attractive career opportunities, international projects and numerous benefits.
Global Raw Material Management is a dynamic and technical department established to drive efficiency and innovation in our global raw material portfolio. The main objective is to provide expert technical support to internal stakeholders, conduct in-depth analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities, and unlock synergies across the company.
Tasks
* Analyze and manage the global raw material portfolio to ensure optimal efficiency and quality
* Lead and execute technical projects on an international level
* Collaborate closely with local and global raw material management teams, R&D, procurement, and quality management to align strategies and processes
* Support the procurement department in adapting to market trends and fluctuations
* Act as an expert for all raw material-related inquiries and decisions
* Develop, implement, and monitor globally aligned processes
* Consolidate and harmonize raw materials across regions
* Identify synergies for cost optimization and portfolio improvement
Skills
* Technical degree with a focus on the food industry (e.g., food engineering, a master’s in food technology, or an equivalent qualification)
* Initial work experience in the food industry is an advantage
* Good Excel skills, SAP knowledge is a plus
* Experience in project management
* Very good English skills, both written and spoken; additional language skills are an advantage
* High willingness to travel internationally
* Enjoys working in an agile/dynamic corporate environment
* Proactive mindset: you take initiative, think ahead, and actively contribute to improvements
* Passion for optimizing processes and driving efficiency and innovation
We offer a market-competitive salary with a willingness to significantly exceed the standard, depending on qualifications and experience (Collective agreement salary: gross EUR 2,741.61 per month).
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