Operational Sourcing Lead

4 weeks ago


Princeton, United States DSM Nutritional Products Full time

Operational Sourcing Lead

Plainsboro, NJ (Hybrid)

The Operational Sourcing Lead will play a key role on the dsm-firmenich Procurement team, supporting supply continuity and driving key projects. They will ensure security of supply, delivery against key performance indicators as well as drive best practices while communicating effectively with key internal stakeholders.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure supply continuity for raw materials for all Taste manufacturing sites in the region
  • Support Raw Material Localization, Introduction of new sources and new Raw Materials
  • Participate in projects aiming at creating value for the Company (Leadtime Reduction, Productivity, localization, supplier performance, etc.)
  • Support Global sourcing teams in sourcing portfolio management on assigned categories
  • Participate on cross-functional teams to ensure continuous, on-going improvements of processes, methods, productivity, and quality while reducing cost

We Bring:

  • Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative
  • Empowerment Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress
  • Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions
  • Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path
  • Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change

You Bring:

  • Four Years college degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Food Science, Agronomy
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement (Flavors & Fragrance industry, Consumer Products, Naturals or Ingredients business is a plus)
  • Previous experience working with SAP or other ERP systems
  • Strong relationship management skills, with both internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to resolve problems in a timely manner

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.  

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.  



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