Procurement Manager

Overview

Come and join the leading

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading , and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

We're looking for a Procurement Manager to join our team in Munich, Germany

We are a fast-paced organization transforming into a global leader. As Procurement Manager - Fruit Sourcing, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our sourcing strategy, developing supplier partnerships, and driving both tactical and strategic procurement excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plansfor fruit categories.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationshipsacross our global supply base.
• Manage all supplier communication, including claims, order fulfillment, and performance.
• Conduct tactical sourcing, ensuring accurate ordering through stock evaluation.
• Negotiate and monitor prices and contractsto deliver value.
• Drive supplier developmentinitiatives and continuous improvement.
• Analyze market trends, forecast changes, and provide insights to guide decisions.
• Work closely with the European Procurement teamand cross-functional stakeholders.

Essential

• Solid experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, ideally in food, agriculture, or FMCG.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Hands-on experience in tactical procurement(ordering, claims, stock management).
• Analytical skills with the ability to anticipate market shifts.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with Avocados would be great
• Fluency in other languages (German, Dutch, French etc) is highly beneficial
• 30 days of vacation
• Professional development opportunities within the company
• Membership in a premium fitness center for a small fee
• Office at the Munich wholesale market near the Isar River
• Free parking
• Fresh fruit and specialty coffees

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.