Procurement Manager Raw Materials and Packaging (f/m/d)

This position is part of the Essential Products business (Essco) within Animal Nutrition & Health (ANH). This is one of the two standalone entities to be created from ANH, as part of the divestment to CVC Capital.

As a Procurement Manager, you will lead strategic sourcing activities for raw materials and packaging, driving cost efficiency, supply security, and business growth. Working in a flexible hybrid environment, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, identify and implement creation opportunities. The role offers end-to-end ownership of key procurement categories with significant business impact and visibility across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to influence strategic decisions, build strong partnerships, and contribute to the success of a dynamic international company while benefiting from a modern and flexible way of working.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for specific raw material categories and packaging to ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and business growth.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving and value-creation opportunities across the procurement portfolio.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance management to build strong strategic partnerships.Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Product Management teams on cross-functional initiatives and OWC-optimization
• Monitor market trends, risks, and supplier capabilities to support informed business decisions and mitigate supply risks.
• Drive continuous improvement projects that enhance procurement processes, operational efficiency, and sustainability.

We offer

• Flexible hybrid working model based in Grenzach
• Attractive compensation package
• Company Bike Scheme (JobRad)
• Company Pension Plan and Chemical Industry Pension Fund
• Free sports classes
• Occupational Health Service

You bring

• Proven experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, and supplier management within a manufacturing, industrial, or FMCG environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with a track record of delivering cost savings and creating business value.
• Background in Chemistry / Business Administration is a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, enabling data-driven decision-making and effective risk management.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across functions, regions, and supplier networks.
• Commercial acumen and market awareness, with the capability to identify opportunities, assess trends, and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• A proactive, results-oriented mindset combined with strong communication skills and the ability to drive initiatives in a dynamic international environment.
• Proficiency in both German and English for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

About Essential Products Company

EssCo is built on the strong vitamin heritage at the heart of our business. As a focused, stand-alone company, it can be closer to the markets, with dedicated sales and marketing teams clearly positioning the differentiating properties of our leading vitamins, carotenoids and aroma ingredients.

The stand-alone set-up further enables a fit-for-purpose production and supply organization, helping ensure cost competitiveness while maintaining the quality, reliability and sustainability standards our customers value.

Our application process

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. For further information, please contact Ewa Wylupek [email protected]

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At EssCo we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.