Company Description
METRO is a leading international food wholesaler which specialises in serving the needs of hotels, restaurants, and caterers (HoReCa) as well as independent merchants (Traders). Around the world, METRO has approx. 15 million customers who benefit from the wholesale company’s unique multichannel mix: customers can purchase their goods in one of the large stores in their area as well as by delivery (Food Service Distribution, FSD) – all digitally supported and connected. In parallel, METRO MARKETS is being developed as an international online marketplace for the needs of professional customers which has been growing and expanding continuously since 2019. Acting sustainably is one of the company principles of METRO which has been listed in various sustainability indices and rankings, including MSCI, Sustainalytics and CDP. METRO operates in more than 30 countries and employs over 85,000 people worldwide. In financial year 2023/24, METRO generated sales of €31 billion.
At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies. Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust. Find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de.
Job Description
In your role as Expert Sourcing Household (m/f/d) you will be responsible for executing the defined sourcing strategies and supplier management strategies for the responsible category in accordance with established processes and procedures. Your focus area will be common source products in Household category.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in Business Administration, International Trade or another related subject.
• At least 3 years work experience in Procurement/Sourcing and/or Assortment Building processes.
• Proven negotiating skills in dealing with international suppliers.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, strong customer and market orientation, analytical & strategic skills.
• Willingness to travel (trade fairs, factory visits, country visits)
• Deep market knowledge of responsible category (would be an advantage).
• Well-versed in handling of MS Office applications.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written), other languages are a plus

Please refer the Job description for details