Sourcing Director - Fruits & Vegetables (Jerónimo Martins Agro-Alimentar) at Jerónimo Martins Agro-Alimentar

On-site - Lisboa, Portugal

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Join us in ensuring the efficient, sustainable, and competitive supply of fruits and vegetables, contributing to Supreme Fruits’ strategy and guaranteeing that consumers always receive products of excellence.

Requirements

Education

  • Degree in Management, Economics, Agronomy, International Trade, or similar areas

Experience

  • At least 10 years of experience in purchasing roles within the agrobussines sector, ideally in the fruit and vegetable area

Skills

  • Strong strategic negotiation skills
  • Deep knowledge of the national and international food markets

Languages

  • English

Responsibilities

  • Define purchasing and supply policies aligned with the business area’s strategy and commercial objectives
  • Build sustainable, trust-based relationships with national and international producers and distributors, strengthening strategic partnerships
  • Lead the search for new suppliers and innovative products, negotiating the best commercial terms and monitoring acquisition costs
  • Work closely with the Logistics and Quality teams to ensure product availability, effective management, and efficiency throughout the supply chain, anticipating supply risks
  • Ensure supplier selection in line with legal requirements and Quality and Food Safety standards, managing the approval of strategic partners
  • Anticipate purchasing opportunities and track global trends — from production to consumption — to optimize Supreme Fruits’ sourcing strategy

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