.Griffith Foods es un fabricante global de productos alimenticios. Proporcionamos una amplia gama de componentes de sabor y textura para clientes de la industria alimentaria de todo el mundo. Nuestros productos incluyen mezclas de condimentos, mezclas secas, sistemas de recubrimiento, mezclas de masas, migas, sabores, salsas y bases alimentarias que se utilizan en una amplia variedad de aplicaciones, desde aperitivos, carne y pollo procesados hasta platos preparados. Entre nuestros clientes se encuentran procesadores de alimentos, operadores de restaurantes y minoristas de comestibles. Aunque nuestro nombre puede no ser familiar para los consumidores, nuestros productos son componentes clave de los alimentos ofrecidos por muchas de las empresas más reconocidas del mundo.**Purpose of the position**:**Major duties & Responsibilities**:- Following a sourcing process that includes industry and supplier analysis, supplier development, negotiation strategy, sustainability strategies, and ongoing supplier relationship and contract management for the designated global categories in conjunction with the regional business units to ensure global, regional, and local alignment with the strategies.- The person will be responsible for working with the local and regional buyers on the execution of the strategies, previously agreed with the Global Sr Category Manager of S&V and the GPC members. Primary responsibilities include:- Sourcing of S&V suppliers.- Co-Lead the contracts and negotiations process following the global strategy previously approved.- Identifying opportunities to standardize S&V suppliers around the world.- The execution of contracting and ongoing contract performance management- Griffith Foods is committed to sustainability and making an impact through its sourcing program, experience, or a strong interest to foster and drive change in the supply chain is important.- Developing, preparing, and co-executing global sourcing events and negotiations.**Knowledge and Experience**:**Education**:- Bachelor's degree- Master's degree a plus- Professional certification a plus (CPIM/APICS)- Language; English