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As the leading worldwide provider of natural colors, we offer food and beverage manufacturers an alternative to artificial colors. Food and health are at the heart of everything we do and every day over 400 million people eat a product with our colors in it. We believe that nature got it right the first time. \n Ensure a reliable, competitive and sustainable supply of key agricultural raw materials, primarily cochineal and sweet potato, by developing strong market intelligence, building and maintaining a robust supplier/farmer network, and supporting effective sourcing and negotiation decisions.\nThe role will develop a deep understanding of crop economics, production conditions, market dynamics, quality requirements and price trends, while maintaining close relationships with farmers and suppliers to support Oterra's supply continuity, quality and cost competitiveness.\nDevelop and maintain comprehensive market intelligence for different raw materials, including production volumes, crop conditions, seasonality, supply/demand dynamics, price trends and market risks.\nBuild and regularly update price and cost models, including farm-level production economics and key cost drivers, to support sourcing and negotiation decisions.\nIdentify, assess and develop new farmers and suppliers, expanding and diversifying Oterra's sourcing network.\nBuild strong, long-term relationships with existing farmers and suppliers through regular field visits and proactive communication.\nNegotiate commercial conditions within the established sourcing strategy and support the Category Manager in key supplier negotiations.\nCoordinate purchasing volumes, delivery schedules and required documentation with farmers and suppliers.\nMonitor supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, reliability and agreed commercial conditions.\nPartner with Quality and Operations to ensure raw materials meet Oterra's specifications, including periodic supervision of cochineal cleaning and quality standards.\nIdentify potential supply, price, quality and agricultural risks and proactively recommend mitigation actions.\nSupport crop forecasting and sourcing planning by providing reliable field and market information.\nMaintain accurate supplier, purchasing and market information in the applicable systems and reports.\nEnsure sourcing activities comply with Oterra's policies, ethical standards and applicable regulatory requirements.\nCollaborate closely with Global Sourcing, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain and Finance to ensure continuity and competitiveness of raw-material supply.\nOther role-related activities required by the direct supervisor\nEducation & Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Agribusiness, Business Administration, or a related field.\n2-5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in agricultural sourcing, procurement, agribusiness, or related activities. \nIntermediate English proficiency.\nIntermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office.\nPrevious experience with SAP is desirable.\nValid A1 driver’s license.\nKey Competencies:\nStrong collaboration skills across Sourcing, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.\nStrong negotiation and influencing skills, particularly when working directly with farmers and suppliers.\nCommercial mindset and strong cost awareness.\nAbility to understand agricultural markets, analyze market dynamics, and identify sourcing opportunities.\nStrong analytical thinking, planning, and organizational skills.\nHigh ethical standards and integrity when managing suppliers and commercial relationships.\nLocation: Arequipa, Peru. 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