Sourcing Manager – Grapes, Citrus & Melons

About the role

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for end‑to‑end management of a fruit category (grapes, citrus or melons), ensuring a seamless supply from origin to delivery. The role operates a dual‑hemisphere model, sourcing from Spain during the European season and from Southern Hemisphere origins such as South Africa during the off‑season.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the primary internal and external point of contact for the assigned fruit category.
• Select suppliers, negotiate commercial terms (price and volume), and manage contracts.
• Develop and execute seasonal sourcing strategies and ramp‑up plans.
• Maintain strong relationships with growers, suppliers, and internal functions including Quality, Logistics and Finance.
• Monitor supplier performance using structured scorecards in collaboration with Quality and Sustainability teams.
• Ensure alignment with customer requirements, margin expectations, open‑book costing and governance frameworks.

Required profile

• Proven experience in category sourcing or procurement within the fresh‑produce sector.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple functions and geographies.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience managing supplier performance and scorecard systems.

Required skills