Head of Import, керівник відділу ЗЕД (Food Procurement)

Location: Kyiv (office)

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of FTA specialists
• Build and maintain long-term EU supplier relationships
• Negotiate directly with food suppliers: close high-value/exclusive contracts
• Identify and onboard new suppliers; develop company’s sourcing geography
• Define and execute the company’s international procurement strategy
• Coordinate with logistics and legal teams on contracts and delivery
• Analyze market trends, monitor pricing, and forecast supply risks

Requirements

• 5+ years in international procurement or foreign trade
• Hands-on experience in food imports — ideally across European markets
• Experience with products under veterinary or phytosanitary control
• Fluent Ukrainian; confident English at B2 level or above
• Proven track record in closing complex supplier deals

Personality

• A natural leader — you develop people and inspire team to hit ambitious targets
• Results-oriented with high standards for quality and follow-through
• You don’t wait to be told what to do
• Confident and persuasive negotiator

Offer

• $3000 fixed salary + bonuses
• Modern, comfortable Kyiv office with collaborative team
• Full business travel coverage across Europe
• Transparent and stable work environment
• Military deferment, if needed
• Direct strategic impact
• 24 paid vacation days
• Sick leave coverage
• Free parking

About the Company: A well-established importer of premium food products: fine cheeses, meat delicacies, confectionery, dairy — sourced directly from hand-picked producers. The company manages its own logistics, holds exclusive partnerships with leading European brands, and takes care of its people — offering stability, protection, and a team that genuinely has your back

Send CV + brief answers

1. Your experience in foreign trade & food procurement (markets, categories)?
2. Example of a successful supplier deal you led (under veterinary control)?
3. Your availability to work from the Kyiv office?
4. Your English proficiency level?
5. Your salary expectations?