Category Buyer – Procurement Specialist

About the role

Join AGRANA Fruit’s global procurement team as a Category Buyer, responsible for end‑to‑end purchasing of a specific category. You will work with suppliers and affiliates across Europe, contributing to cost control, quality, and supply resilience.

Key responsibilities

• Own procurement for assigned categories, balancing cost, quality, supply and inventory performance.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies, optimise supplier portfolios and identify new opportunities.
• Manage supplier performance, pricing and quality while driving continuous improvement.
• Monitor market trends and cost drivers to ensure reliable material supply.
• Lead procurement projects and coordinate activities with affiliates and stakeholders.

Required profile

• University/Master’s degree in Economics, Agricultural and Food Economy or a comparable field.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Experience with purchasing processed agricultural raw materials is a strong asset.
• Strong communication, analytical abilities and fluency in English.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• SAP knowledge

What we offer

• Challenging role with ownership of a procurement category.
• International, dynamic work environment with >20 nationalities.
• Hybrid work model – up to 50% home office after onboarding.
• Modern offices, flexible scheduling, and various health & sports programs.
• Canteen with daily lunch options.