About Barilla

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 20 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

Are you a strategic Purchasing Manager with high ambitions and the ability to build strong relations while managing several stakeholders and interesting projects? Do you want to work in a family own company yet with international width? Now you have the chance!

Barilla is now looking for a full time Purchasing Manager Packaging & Energy - Central & Northern Europe, based in one of our locations in Sweden Stockholm or Germany Colone. The individual will report to the Purchasing Director Packaging & Promotional Materials.

As our Purchasing Manager, you will contribute to the development and lead the implementation of purchasing strategies for Packaging Materials & Energy in Germany and Sweden and build a strong business-to-business relationship with suppliers within the Region and assure that the category is purchased in the most value-added manner.

Key Accountabilities

· Conduct and update Market Analysis and local spend analysis by category/country/plant /supplier

· Implement the Category Sourcing Strategy locally in line with the guidelines shared with the Lead Buyer

· Apply and update of a local Risk Assessment and define Mitigation plans by category

· Execute local suppliers scouting activities and apply the correct process of supplier selection, request for quotations, evaluate the offers collected after RFQ

· Update main local category market drivers price trends by market intelligence providers (i.e.: PPI, ICIS) and evaluate eventual price variations

· Define, share, negotiate, evaluate and renew contracts

· Perform supplier evaluation (quality, service level, financial soundness, CSR, etc.) with the support of Supplier Quality Assurance and the Plants

· Manage the local category Suppliers Portfolio consistently between Supplier Segmentation, Sourcing Strategy and Risk Analysis

· Execute, track and monitor Cost Saving Projects (DTV, PCM, WC) and Sustainability and D&I projects

· Build the budget in line with the budget assumption, guarantee the correct execution of budget process, execute the rolling forecasts process (in terms of variance vs bdg)

· Establish and develop relationships with local Associations, Institutions and local players (i.e.: recovered paper buyers, traders, consultants, paper mills, converters, etc.)

· Support local projects (i.e.: P&G, FCR meetings)

Qualifications:

· Degree in Engineering, Economics and other similar studies

· Fluent in English (Swedish / German knowledge will be considered as a plus)

· At least 2 years of work experience, preferably in Packaging (Technical areas or Purchasing)

· Project Management skills and the ability to work in parallel on different projects

· Strong people management skills, by driving shared goals, building trust and using an open communication

· Demonstration of leadership and ownership, showing curiosity and creativity, while building strong and trustful relationships

· Analytical and result driven with a strong “can do” attitude that allows sound decisions making within established guidelines

· International growth mindset, ideally proven with international experiences

· Willing to travel (up to 25%)

Our Offer:

· High Responsibility: From day one, we entrust you with significant responsibilities. Your impact matters, and we recognize it.

· Personal Development: Join us for professional growth and gain global experience in a dynamic international setting, offering extensive exposure and opportunities to excel.

· Continuous Learning: We believe in growth. Expect regular feedback and training opportunities to maximize your potential.

· Flexible Work Arrangements: Embrace our hybrid approach, and flexible working hours.

· Diversity & Inclusion: Engage in national and international projects that champion diversity and inclusion. Your unique perspective matters here.

· Excellent Public Transportation Access: Whether you prefer biking or public transport, we have got you covered. Enjoy working in a stylish, modern office which ensures easy access to various transportation options.

· Motivated Team: Be part of a dynamic and international Purchasing Team. We thrive on collaboration, innovation, and mutual support.

· Positive and Inclusive Culture: Experience a workplace where positivity and inclusivity are at the core. Our flat hierarchies encourage open communication and mutual respect.

Application

Candidates will be contacted by our international Recruiter at Talent Solutions, part of ManpowerGroup. Our Recruiter is based in Poland, for this reason, a number with the country code +48 will be used

Applications and CVs are sent via our job portal www.barillacareers.com Join us / Current Job Opportunities. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please get in touch with Talent Acquisition, Kamil Tokarski; kamil.tokarski@external.barilla.com.

We are reviewing candidates regularly so do not wait with your application!

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.