Category Specialist (m/f/d) Chemicals & Packaging Procurement Europe
Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Ingredion is looking for a Specialist with strong experience in Chemical and Packaging procurement in Hamburg!
The Category Specialist is responsible for two key categories with a combined spend of ~10 € million covering manufacturing sites of Ingredion, KaTech Ingredient Solutions and toll manufacturers where applicable.
Market Analysis – Monitoring of chemicals, enzymes and packaging space, market analysis like supply and demand trends, pricing, creating reports to key internal stakeholders (Procurement Lead Team, Leadership, Supply Chain, Sales).
Category Management – Use insights from the market analysis to define the medium and long-term sourcing strategy in relevant markets with the support of other functions (Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain). Sourcing of Chemicals & Packaging – Lead sourcing projects from start to finish including demand assessment, requesting quotes, offer evaluation, negotiation, contract drafting & closure, implementation in ERP systems, information of stakeholders, management of internal processes.
Cooperate with Global Category Management – Support and/or lead global projects in the relevant categories as needed.
Qualified candidates will have
~(Bachelor) degree in supply chain, procurement, warehousing and foreign trade, business or comparable experience / education.
~ Work experience in the categories chemicals, enzymes and packaging.
~ German and English fluency, both written and spoken.
Very Good with Numbers – strong analytical and financial acumen, good working with MS Excel, Power Bi and other ERP systems like SAP.
Drive for Results – take ownership of sourcing projects and develop your categories in a fast‑paced environment.
Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally within a 37‑hour work week.
Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance‑based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
Generous Vacation Policy – 30 vacation days each year, plus two additional holidays on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Access health benefits, EGYM Wellpass Membership, savings plans, and resources for your well‑being, plus perks like a Profi Ticket, free parking, and secure bicycle accommodations.
Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities.
Employee Referral Program – Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they’re hired.
Company Pension Plan – Secure your future with financial support for retirement.
Company Events – Join in on our Christmas party, family day, or Sustainability day for fun and connection.