Gi Group as a partner of MSC PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS is looking for a LUXURY FOOD & BEVERAGE BUYER Beverage sourcing activity on global markets by implementing strategic sourcing actions to reach optimization and improvement at all levels. The Food & Beverage Buyer will work with the team to research, analyze and forecast current and future buying trends, markets, and products; develop and maintain commercial relationship with suppliers to ensure satisfactory Food & Beverage purchasing agreements reaching the best combination of quality, rates and services. Specifically, it will carry out the following activities: - Sources Food & Beverage products worlwide in line with expected target and in compliance with the company guidelines - Analyses suppliers’ quotations and bids, verifies product specifications and negotiates terms and conditions - Manages and builds appropriate commercial relationships with suppliers to develop strategic partnerships - Evaluates market trends, proactively suggests innovative solutions and products, and uses market research to strategically plan future purchases - Producing analytics reports and maintains accurate records - Proactively works with Logistics and Supply to achieve best possible procurement agreements. The ideal applicant meets these requirements: - Previous experience in the role, minimum 3 years; - Experience in the Food & Beverage sector and comprehensive understanding of Food & Beverage strategic sourcing and market trends; - Fluent English, any additional language is an advantage; - Good Excel skills, knowledge of procurement e-platforms is an advantage; - Degree in Economics, Gastronomic Sciences, Procurement Management, Business Management; - Strong ability to analyze and interpret quotation data and logistics options; - Very good negotiating and communication skills; - Abilityto work as part of a team; - Availability to travel. We offer a permanent contract with the company Full time, Monday to Friday Workplace: Genoa lavoro temporaneo, Permanent e Professional Staffing, Ricerca e Selezione, Consulenza HR, Formazione, Outsourcing, supporto alla ricollocazione e attività complementari. Siamo presenti in più di 30 Paesi in Europa, Asia e America con un team di oltre 6000 persone. I valori che ci contraddistinguono: Gi Group S.P.A. è autorizzata ad operare dal Ministero del Lavoro (Aut. Min. 26/11/2004 PROT. 1101 - SG).