Procurement Manager - Ingredients

Brand New Position! Our client is hiring for their first ever 'Procurement Manager' to directly support the Director of Procurement. Position will grow into a leadership role; but, will start off owning $35MM in annual spend across ingredients (dairy & confections) and packaging categories. Very unique role - our client's #1 mission is deliver top quality products that their consumers can trust!

Client Details

Client is a Global Food & Beverage Manufacturing Organization with a Portfolio of Brands sold through the Food Service and Retail Sectors. While this role will predominately sit out of the clients site/office in Union County, NJ - our client currently has 4 locations across the NYC Metro area with plans to continue to grow.

Description

• Develop and maintain a high level of product knowledge for assigned categories, particularly dairy.
• Conduct market intelligence analysis to identify new sources and evaluate competition, customer, and consumer trends.
• Collaborate with production teams for the qualification of new suppliers and materials.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and manage internal/external stakeholder engagement.
• Optimize procurement processes and inventory management methods, including support for replenishment models.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure value while upholding quality and supply continuity.
• Partner with R&D, Quality, Finance, and Operations to align procurement strategies with business goals.
• Collaborate with planning and inventory teams to assess material requirements.
• Support sales forecasting by anticipating stock needs, especially for international products.
• Drive cost, capacity, quality, and service improvements in procurement activities.
• Implement and monitor vendor scorecards, reviews, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, food safety, regulatory, and sustainability standards.
• Track and report on key metrics, including cost savings and inventory health.
• Support S&OP planning with demand insights related to procurement.

Profile

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, with a strong focus on dairy or perishable goods.
• Importing experience and risk management knowledge required.
• In-depth understanding of dairy products and supply chain dynamics.
• Proven procurement experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably the food industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead and manage cross-functional initiatives.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
• Bachelor's degree or relevant business experience.
• Willingness to travel to vendor locations and across 4 bakery sites (NY/NJ).

Job Offer

• Career Growth
• Starting Base Salary Target is $125,000 USD
• Bonus
• PTO
• 401K eligible after 90 days + 2% Employer Match
• Health, Dental + Vision via Aetna with generous employer match
• HSA + FSA Options
• Employer Sponsored Life Insurance
• Employer Sponsored Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

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