SOURCING MANAGER

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
About the Unit At Yara International, we’ve been shaping the future of agriculture and sustainability since .
Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Yara is a global company with a strong presence in over 60 countries across six continents, employing more than people worldwide.
We specialize in agricultural products, industrial solutions, and environmental innovations, all driven by a deep commitment to sustainable practices and ethical collaboration with farmers and partners around the globe.
Our mission is bold and inspiring.
to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet.
Our Direct Procurement (DP) team plays a vital role in the sourcing of key materials like Nitrogen, Phosphorous, Potash, Chemicals, Carbonates, Coating, and Energy, while managing global supply chain operations and maritime logistics.
Each year, DP sources around 15 million tonnes of materials, and Yara Maritime Logistics handles over 17 million tonnes of product.
Our team of professionals, based in Oslo, Brussels, Geneva, São Paulo, Singapore and Cartagena, ensures reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable supply to Yara’s global operations.
We are now looking for a Sourcing Manager to join the MOP & Derivatives department within Direct Procurement at Yara.
This is a unique opportunity to be at the center of global supply chain operations, helping ensure the flow of essential materials that support sustainable agriculture worldwide.
If you're driven by global trade, logistics, and sustainability, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on a global scale.
Responsibilities Develop and execute Yara's global sourcing strategy for the relevant product categories Optimize the supply of raw materials to the production plants taking into consideration time, logistical and operational/technical constraints Involved in the day-to-day execution of the deliveries Negotiate the purchase of products for Yara plants and markets, both on long-term and spot basis Initiate, draft and negotiate purchase contracts in collaboration with the team and with support of the legal department Maintain and develop relations with external suppliers and internal customers/stake holders Take responsibility for and issue reports on performance indicators, price benchmarks, etc.
Study market intelligence to optimize sourcing Plan and execute the day to day operations; vessel nominations, volume/laycan changes, alternative supply, plant flexibility, modes of transport and delivery terms Maintain and report monthly savings Attend relevant conferences and meetings to maintain and build supplier relations Qualify product and/or suppliers to be used in the plants and markets Profile MSc in a relevant subject or BSc with experience Minimum 5 years of experience in business and relationship management Experience in and knowledge of global commodity markets Experience in contracting, a commercial approach and solid negotiation skills Commercial mindset, analytical, self-motivated, result-oriented and with ability to work under pressure Strong team player with the ability to build relations with colleagues and key stakeholders Fluent in English (written & spoken), additional languages are an asset Advanced user of Microsoft Excel Ability to establish and maintain relationships Cultural awareness Additional Information This position is based in Oslo, where local terms & conditions will apply.
The role may require some travelling to Yara sites and locations worldwide.
As a global organization we actively strive to reflect the diversity in society.
We therefore encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply, and we are committed to offering a diverse and inclusive work environment which allows combining career progress with the needs of family or other personal circumstances.
Contact details Jacob Treider, VP MOP & Derivatives Procurement Yannick Deplechin, Senior Manager People & Culture Apply no later than Sunday 3 August Knowledge grows through differences Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do.
To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.
As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks.
These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job.
Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.