Coordinator, Sugar Sourcing

About the role: 

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company that has embraced the vision to delight its customers while out-performing its competitors, a business that is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values, and of course, loving chocolate.

The Sugar Sourcing Coordinator is responsible for the management and execution of day-to-day activities related to the sourcing of sugar for North America. This role offers exposure to different internal stakeholders and requires excellent communication skills to ensure smooth coordination with other departments.  

Key responsibilities include: 

●         Responsible for SAP contract management, supplier shipment coordination, accounts payable monitoring, and follow up and all related activities under the sugar sourcing support

●         Liaison between plants, supply chain, & sourcing to communicate and supervise sugar contract management, freight decisions, and inventory supervision

●         Maximize supply chain network to best support the business

●         Resolve invoice discrepancies between all involved parties

●         Assist in new sugar supplier approvals/re-approvals, as well as maintain supplier documentation through SRM portal

●         Coordinate with suppliers to ensure contract adherence

●         Lead and ensure End-of-Month activities are successfully executed

●         Manage logistic providers in coordination with Customer requirements and sourcing targets

●         Coordinate with import/exports specialists to ensure all shipments are customs cleared timely and reach their destination

●         Assist with supply strategy development, project and physical position management and reporting

●         Work in coordination with AP/AR departments to monitor and ensure payments to Trading Partner as well as receivables are executed timely

●         Assist sugar buyers in achieving internal targets

●         Perform other duties as required

Scope of Role:

●         Coordination for sugar sourcing strategy of 9 sites across USA and Canada

●         Interaction with Sugar team throughout the North America region

●         Cross-function interaction across BC global networks

About you:

●         Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or Food Science strongly preferred

●         Professional working proficiency in Spanish strongly desired

●         Travel requirements: Available for travel up to 10-15%

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut: 

• Competitive salary ($70,000 - $95,000 based on experience and location) and comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off, plus generous holiday time

• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility 

• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!

• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth

• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.