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Interim Manager in Food Purchasing (m/f/d)

Project specification

Project duration
Period 01.12.2024 - 31.03.2025
Project location
Location Hamburg, Germany
Project capacity
Capacity from 90%
Daily rate range
Daily rate 800 - 952€
Remote work ratio
Remote 30 - 40%
Required languages
Languages
German(Advanced)

Project expertise

Industries
Food and Beverage Retail
Areas
Procurement Quality Assurance Supply Chain Management

Description

A company is looking for an experienced interim manager in food purchasing. The goal of the project is to carry out supplier audits and optimize supplier development and purchasing. The interim manager will play a key role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of the supply chain.

  • Conducting supplier audits
  • Developing and optimizing supplier relationships
  • Supporting strategic purchasing
  • Collaborating with internal teams and external partners

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in food purchasing
  • Knowledge of conducting audits and supplier development
  • Strong communication skills in German
  • Ability to work effectively both on site and remotely

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Frequently asked questions

The project is based in Hamburg, Germany.

The project preferably starts in December 2024 and is planned to end in March 2025 (3 months).

The project requires a commitment of 90 - 100% capacity (full-time).

The project offers 30 - 40% remote work.

The project offers a daily rate of 800 - 952€ which breaks down to an hourly rate of 100 - 119€/h.

The project requires the following languages: German (Advanced).

The project is related to the following industries: Food and Beverage and Retail.

The project covers the following business areas: Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain Management.

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