Global Head of Procurement and Strategic Sourcing
About this role
About Us
AB Enzymes, as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation and production of enzymes worldwide. Operating in the biotechnology industry we are an important partner for customers in the application of food, animal feed and industrial enzymes. With our expertise in the global enzymes business, we help our customers to make their industrial processes more sustainable, environmentally friendly and efficient. Product excellence and innovation are among our key strengths while our passion for science and customer-focused solutions is what drives us.
Responsibilities
- The Global Head of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing is responsible for leading AB Enzymes’ global procurement and sourcing organization, shaping a resilient and forward‑looking supplier ecosystem, and building a high‑performing procurement team. The role combines operational excellence with strategic sourcing, partnership development, and leadership contribution to senior decision‑making. This Position is located in Darmstadt, Germany or Rajamäki, Finland.
- Your Responsibilities:
- Lead, develop, and structure a high‑performing global procurement and strategic sourcing organization across AB Enzymes, covering direct and indirect spend
- Define and execute an integrated procurement and sourcing strategy aligned with business priorities, growth objectives, and resilience requirements
- Lead end‑to‑end supplier management, including qualification, select
About AB Enzymes Finland Oy
AB Enzymes, as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation and production of enzymes worldwide. Operating in the biotechnology industry we are an important partner for customers in the application of food, animal feed and industrial enzymes. With our expertise in the global enzymes business, we help our customers to make their industrial processes more sustainable, environmentally friendly and efficient. Product excellence and innovation are among our key strengths while our passion for science and customer-focused solutions is what drives us. Our global headquarters are in Darmstadt, Germany with offices and lab spaces. Our manufacturing site is located in Finland (north of Helsinki) where our enzymes are being produced and researched. We are striving to leverage our strong growth prospects, state-of-the-art R&D, flat structure, and a thriving and employee-focused culture to bring on board talents who are motivated to contribute to our collective success, develop themselves, and want to make a real difference. For more information visit our website www.abenzymes.com.