Senior Procurement Manager (f/m/d) Food Commodities

Skip to main contentEnglishEnglishBack to all jobsSenior Procurement Manager (f/m/d) Food CommoditiesMunichFull-timePermanent employeeApply for this jobDo you want to make a delicious difference?Planet A Foods is for people who want to change the future of food.We are reinventing how the world produces food ingredients, replacing scarce and unsustainable raw materials with scalable, clean, and delicious alternatives. Our first product, a cocoa-free chocolate, is just the beginning. Our ambition is to build a new global champion in food ingredients.At Planet A Foods, you’ll join a bold, highly committed, international team of scientists, engineers, operators, and industry experts united by one goal: creating real, measurable planetary impact.As Senior Procurement Manager, you will be navigating the complex world of global commodity markets to fuel our rapid scale-up. You will lead and scale your portfolio, from deep-dive market analysis to high-stakes negotiations, ensuring that our production remains resilient, sustainable, and cost-effective. You will report directly to our Head of Procurement, working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment where your strategic decisions directly impact our bottom line and our mission to decouple chocolate from deforestation.A Taste of What to ExpectLead and elevate an assigned portfolio, constantly scouting for alternative suppliers on current product optimizations and future innovationsDrive strategic market analysis (specifically fats & oils, sunflower, and grains) to stay ahead of global trends and volatility  Drive strategic decision-making in sourcing and investments, balancing risk with the opportunity to scale efficiently  Partner closely with Supply Chain, R&D, and Quality Management to ensure our ingredients meet the highest standards of performance and sustainability  Identify risks and opportunities by providing early warnings and trend forecasts  Act as a key sparring partner for the Head of Procurement to continuously optimize our global sourcing strategyThe Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience Senior Procurement Professional: With a strong and proven track record in strategic purchasing. You bring deep knowledge of commodity markets (grains, fats & oils) or a proven ability to master complex, volatile markets and a hunger to dive deep into the world of food commoditiesAnalytical Excellence: You bring a strong commercial background and love turning complex market data into clear, visible format that guides strategic decisionsMarket Intuition: You understand how global markets work, from physical supply chains to the dynamics of raw material fluctuations  Ownership & Drive: You are a proactive "doer" who doesn’t wait for instructions. You thrive in a demanding, direct environment and take full responsibility for your results  Creative Problem Solver: You think outside the box to find creative solutions to sourcing bottlenecks or supply chain challenges  Master Negotiator: You have proven that you can lead tough, face-to-face discussions and possess the confidence to hold your ground with international stakeholders and top-tier suppliersYou have full professional fluency in English  A Sweet PackageEarly ownership and responsibility in a fast-moving environmentCollaborate with a passionate international team working at the edge of what's possibleWork in a rare food-tech startups that is scaling and operating in a 24/7 4-shift production system A position where you can help to challenge a trillion-dollar industry!A very competitive compensation and opportunity to growStuff that other startups do as well (30 days vacation, tasty lunches, snacks, drinks, vouchers, gym...)PLUS: Chocolate. Every. Single. Day.About usWe produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we...