Corporate Procurement Manager

• Build and refine procurement policies, workflows, and controls that improve operational efficiency and support cost-conscious purchasing decisions
• Evaluate potential vendors through detailed commercial, technical, and operational reviews to determine capability, risk, and long-term fit
• Visit supplier locations to verify performance standards, assess production capacity, and strengthen strategic relationships
• Create sourcing plans that align materials availability, project timing, and budget expectations for upcoming product introductions
• Partner with supply chain stakeholders to address shortages, delivery issues, and other disruptions affecting continuity of supply
• Lead response planning during supply-related emergencies, including external market constraints and import or regulatory disruptions, to protect business operations
• Oversee packaging-related sourcing strategies in collaboration with research, development, and marketing teams to support innovation and execution
• Manage contract activity from confidentiality agreements through pricing commitments and commercial terms negotiation
• Track procurement metrics, maintain accurate material and packaging data, and communicate cost movements, performance trends, and sourcing insights to internal partners
• Coach and supervise procurement team members while supporting capability development across sourcing and purchasing functions

• 7+ years of experience in procurement, preferably within the food manufacturing or FMCG industry
• Demonstrated success negotiating supplier agreements, commercial terms, and pricing arrangements
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, procurement operations, and vendor performance management
• Experience working with ingredients, packaging materials, or other manufacturing-related categories
• Ability to assess supplier risk using financial, operational, and technical information
• Strong analytical skills with experience using forecasts, market data, and historical trends to support sourcing decisions
• Effective cross-functional communication skills with the ability to work closely with quality, accounting, R&D, marketing, and supply chain teams
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or developing procurement staff is preferred

Prior experience leading, mentoring, or developing procurement staff

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Free online training