Head of Sourcing - Europe
Westfalia FruitParis, Ile-de-France, France
Posted October 7, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related processed products to international markets. Westfalia grows, sources and ripens, packs, processes and markets sustainably grown avocados year-round. Its vertically integrated supply chain enables Westfalia to market quality fruit from across the globe. Westfalia Fruit has a team dedicated to developing exciting new and innovative value-added products, created to delight our customers and consumers. Such initiatives include avocado oil, chunky guacamole, frozen avocado, and dried fruit - with a plethora of additional concepts nearing release. If you are interested in working with us please visit https://www.westfaliafruit.com/careers/ for the current vacancies and opportunities. Major retailers are served from sales offices located in the Netherlands, England, France, Austria, Colombia, Chile, Peru, USA, South Africa, India, Kenya and Portugal. Among Westfalia’s many accreditations are GlobalGAP, Fairtrade, Sedex, IFS, LEAF, BRC and HACCP.
Job Description
Westfalia Fruit is seeking a Head of Sourcing to lead their European sourcing team. The role involves managing a region's supply chain of avocados and related products, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. This position is crucial for delivering reliable supply and contributing to business growth and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Must have prior substantial experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management of avocados, Mangos, Pitted Fruit or Berries.
- Proven track record in supplier and grower management, including contract negotiation, supplier development, and long-term partnership building.
- Experience with perishable products, seasonal cycles, and supply risk management.
- Strong knowledge of European food safety standards, sustainability practices, and compliance frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-border sourcing and logistics in a complex, matrixed organization.
- Commercial and financial acumen to connect sourcing decisions with margin performance and business growth.
- Fluent in English.
- Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, French, or German is advantageous.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package