Job Details

Supply and Trading Manager

The Supply & Trading Manager is responsible for securing competitive, long-term cheese whey supply while maximizing the value of cheese and cream co-products. This role leads supply planning, trading, and logistics activities to ensure end-to-end supply chain alignment, optimal factory utilization, and sustainable value creation across the dairy network.

What We Ask

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 8 years of experience in procurement, sales, or supply chain management; experience in whey or dairy ingredients strongly preferred
Strong negotiation and contract management expertise
Deep understanding of dairy supply chains and market dynamics
Proven analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
Independent, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to manage market risk
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

What We Offer

A strategic, high-impact role within a global ingredients organization
Opportunity to shape sourcing and trading strategies in dynamic global markets
Collaboration with cross-functional teams across operations, sales, and supply planning
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Professional growth and leadership development within FrieslandCampina

Vacancy Description

The Supply & Trading Manager is accountable for developing and executing sourcing, trading, and logistics strategies that ensure reliable whey supply and maximize the commercial value of cheese and cream co-products produced alongside whey protein operations.

Key responsibilities include:
Monitoring global whey market trends and translating insights into sourcing, trading, and risk management strategies
Building and managing strategic supplier partnerships within the dairy network
Leading commercial contract negotiations and actively managing exposure to market volatility
Maximizing value through portfolio management, pricing discipline, and market optimization
Driving robust production planning processes to optimize manufacturing capacity
Managing transportation activities to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and compliant logistics
Ensuring strong cross-functional alignment with Operations, Sales, and S&OP teams
Leading, coaching, and developing the Supply & Trading team to deliver high-quality execution

Team Details

At FrieslandCampina Ingredients, our Supply & Trading team plays a critical role in connecting dairy partners, manufacturing operations, and markets. Working at the intersection of sourcing, trading, and supply chain planning, the team ensures continuity of supply, maximizes product value, and supports sustainable growth. As Supply & Trading Manager, you will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners while contributing to a global organization with a strong cooperative heritage and a future-focused mindset.

Contact

Wendy Miller

...@frieslandcampina.com