Career Opportunities: Category Manager Chemicals & Biotechnology (m/f/d) (658)

Requisition ID658 -Posted01/09/2026 -Germany -Full Time

AB Enzymes , as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation and production of enzymes worldwide. Operating in the biotechnology industry we are an important partner for customers in the application offood, animal feed and industrial enzymes. With our expertise in the global enzymes business, we help our customers to make their industrial processes moresustainable, environmentally friendly and efficient. Product excellence and innovation are among our key strengths while our passion for science and customer-focused solutions is what drives us.

Our global headquarters are in Darmstadt, Germany with offices and lab spaces. Our manufacturing site is located in Finland (north of Helsinki) where our enzymes are being produced and researched. We are striving to leverage our stronggrowth prospects, state-of-the-art R&D, flat structure, and a thriving and employee-focused culture to bring on board talents who are motivated to contribute to our collective success, develop themselves, and want to make a real difference. For more information visit our website .

The Role

As a Category Buyer Chemicals & Biotechnology, you will be responsible for sourcing and managing chemicals, biotechnology-related materials, and services that are critical to our operations and business growth. Working closely with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders, you will ensure supply continuity, optimize costs, and support the development of a resilient and future-focused supply base.

Your Responsibilities:

Manage procurement activities for assigned categories within chemicals, biotechnology-related materials, and services
Ensure reliable supply and material availability while balancing cost, quality, and risk considerations
Identify and develop suppliers in line with business, quality, and compliance requirements, while creating strong strategic supplier relationships that drive long-term value creation
Lead supplier negotiations and support the development and management of contracts and commercial agreements

Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement, risk management, business continuity, and sustainability initiatives

Support strategic sourcing and category initiatives by providing market intelligence and supplier insights
Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Supply Chain, Production, Quality, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Demand Planning to understand business requirements and sourcing needs
Drive process improvements and digitalization initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency

About You

Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Food Technology, Life Sciences, or a related field
Several years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Category Buying, or Strategic Sourcing within the chemical, biotechnology, life sciences, food ingredients, pharmaceutical, or related industries
Experience sourcing chemicals, raw materials, biotechnology-related or chemical products, ingredients, or technical manufacturing services
Strong supplier relationship management and negotiation skills
Good understanding of procurement processes and ERP systems, preferably SAP
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Fluent German and English language skills
A proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative mindset

Why Us

An opportunity in an exciting and growing industry with business development prospects which are based on a future proof & sustainable technology
Aninternational working environment with the chance to further develop yourself personally and professionally
A challenging and multifaceted employment opportunity with long-term perspective in a fast-growing leading company in the enzyme industry
A progressive, team-oriented management which supports you through open communication and accessibility
A modern, creative and innovative company that achieves success through its people
You will find a collaborative and open-minded culture, flat hierarchies and a 'people first' attitude
Future career opportunities through our ABF network
The possibility to mobile working

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

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AB Enzymes GmbH