NovaTaste is a global leader in taste innovation, delivering tailored culinary solutions and memorable taste experiences. A broad portfolio of renowned brands across Europe and internationally brings together extensive expertise in spices, seasoning blends, marinades, functional ingredients and food cultures. Close to its customers and anchored in global expertise, NovaTaste develops tailored solutions for food manufacturers, wholesalers, butchers, gastronomy and food service operators. These solutions enhance taste, texture and shelf life while consistently addressing sustainability and functional requirements. The company operates 21 locations in Europe, North America and Asia and employs more than 2,400 people who serve over 12,000 customers worldwide.
Key Responsibilities

Ongoing procurement market analyses and monitoring of relevant indices
Local implementation of global agreements/contracts
Preparation of price forecasts
Independent identification and implementation of cost reductions
Negotiating and concluding framework and cooperation agreements




Ensuring and monitoring a reliable purchasing process for the responsible goods while guaranteeing price, availability, quality and service level
Establishment, support and further development of suppliers
Harmonization of materials and suppliers within the Group's sites
Interface between internal partners and suppliers in new product development
Create and update master data (supplier- and material specific)Create and update master data (supplier- and material specific)

Your Profile

Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Industrial Engineering
Several years of experience in purchasing within the food manufacturing industry
SAP experience, good knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Fluent Italian and very good command of English/ technical English, written and spoken
Team-oriented, independent, structured and reliable way of workin

📌 Strategic Procurement Manager Italy (Parma)
🏢 NovaTaste
📍 Parma