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Strategic Buyer – Global Food Procurement

United States, Grand Rapids · Job Posted April 10, 2026
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Our team is seeking a Strategic Buyer with expertise in sourcing and procuring food products from international markets. This role requires strong analytical skills, global market knowledge, and the ability to build relationships with suppliers worldwide. The Strategic Buyer will work with cross-functional teams to ensure cost-effective purchasing, manage supply chain risks, and uphold quality standards for all food products.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for multiple food categories, optimizing cost, quality, and delivery timelines
  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers across international markets, conducting assessments of reliability, compliance, and sustainability practices
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with vendors to achieve best value and mitigate supply risks
  • Manage supplier relationships to drive continuous improvement and monitor performance metrics
  • Stay informed on industry trends, commodity pricing, and trade regulations affecting the food sector
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Logistics, and Finance to support seamless operations and compliance with global standards
  • Analyze purchasing data to identify opportunities for savings and process improvements
  • Lead supplier onboarding processes and monitor documentation for food safety and regulatory compliance

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in global purchasing or procurement for food or FMCG industries
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills
  • Familiarity with global food regulations, quality standards, and logistics operations
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proficiency in procurement and ERP software tools
  • Multilingual abilities preferred for dealing with global suppliers
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or global sourcing
  • Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to manage complex contracts and agreements
  • Exceptional analytical skills to evaluate market trends and vendor performance effectively
  • Excellent communication skills for interacting with stakeholders, customers, and vendors
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs
  • Strategic thinking capabilities to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals
  • Proficiency in managing vendor relationships and driving category reviews
  • Knowledge of P&L management and its impact on sourcing and procurement decisions

Nice to have

Multilingual abilities preferred for dealing with global suppliers

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

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