Sourcing Manager Citrus
1 day ago
Valencia
Who we are: We are Fyffes, one of the world's leading tropical produce companies. For more than 130 years, we have sourced, shipped and delivered high-quality fresh produce globally. With over 4,000 employees and a strong international network of growers and suppliers, we are committed to shaping wellbeing for the world through sustainable growth, innovation and strong partnerships. Now we're looking for a Sourcing Manager Citrus to join our team, leading the end-to-end management of the citrus category, from sourcing through to delivery. Here's what you will do: Lead the citrus category end to end, ensuring reliable supply, strong service levels, quality consistency and cost-efficient delivery. You will act as the key link between growers, suppliers, service providers and internal teams including Commercial, Quality, Logistics, Finance and Sustainability. You will define sourcing strategies, manage supplier partnerships, oversee demand planning and drive category performance. The role combines commercial ownership, supplier management, supply chain coordination and team leadership, with a strong focus on service, availability, waste reduction and continuous improvement. Some key responsibilities: • Own citrus category performance across service, availability, quality, waste, cost-to-serve and financial outcomes., • Develop and execute citrus sourcing strategies, seasonal supply plans and ramp-up plans aligned with business needs., • Lead supplier and grower selection, onboarding, negotiations, contracting and performance management., • Build strong long-term relationships with growers, exporters and service providers, ensuring corrective actions are implemented when required., • Oversee citrus demand planning, S&OP, forecasting and allocation decisions to support effective supply-demand matching., • Manage supply chain risks linked to weather, crop, logistics disruption, cold chain integrity and product freshness., • Drive continuous improvement in waste reduction, service levels, cost optimisation, shelf life, packaging and logistics efficiency., • Lead, coach and develop the Product and Demand Planning team, ensuring clear priorities, accountability and strong cross-functional collaboration. What you need to bring: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Food Science or a related field; Master's degree or relevant certifications are advantageous., • 8-12+ years' experience in fresh produce, ideally citrus., • Strong sourcing, supplier management and negotiation experience, particularly in Spain., • Proven track record in supply chain, category management and commercial performance delivery., • Demonstrated team leadership and development experience., • Fluent English and Spanish are required., • Strong skills in demand and supply planning, data analysis, stakeholder management, risk management, quality and compliance. What it is like to work at Fyffes: We are ambitious but grounded, combining high performance with a people-first culture. Our leadership principles guide us every day: we play to win as one Fyffes, shape the future, cultivate a growth mindset, are transparent and inclusive, and are moved by doing good. We thrive on diversity and treat all candidates equally. Interested? We look forward to hearing from you!