Corporate Director of Procurement – Food Manufacturing, Drive Strategic Sourcing & Cost Savings at MakingHires.com

Join a dynamic food and beverage company and lead our procurement strategy! Set direction, secure long-term supply, optimize costs, and foster a high-performing team. Enjoy a competitive salary, full benefits, and relocation support.

The Opportunity:

You'll be the architect of our procurement initiatives, ensuring we source the highest quality ingredients, packaging, and services at the best value. This means developing forward-looking strategies, building strong supplier relationships, and constantly analyzing market trends to protect our bottom line.

What You'll Do:

• Strategic Visionary: Shape our procurement approach, balance cost, quality, and service, and manage risk to achieve company-wide goals.
• Relationship Builder: Collaborate with senior leaders, suppliers, and internal teams to drive innovation and support new product launches.
• Metrics-Driven: Analyze trends, set clear KPIs, and deliver year-over-year cost reduction plans.
• Team Leader: Mentor and develop your team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strategic thinking.
• Safety Champion: Uphold our commitment to safety throughout the procurement process.

Your Ideal Profile:

• Proven Experience: 10+ years in procurement, ideally within the food/beverage industry, with expertise in agricultural commodities and packaging. MBA preferred.
• Strategic Thinker: You see the big picture and develop proactive solutions, especially when it comes to supply chain risk mitigation.
• Analytical & Negotiator: You excel in data analysis, contract negotiation, and achieving win-win outcomes.
• Leader & Collaborator: You motivate teams, build cross-functional partnerships, and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves.

Salary: $140,000 - $150,000 + 25% Bonus, full benefits, and relocation support.

• Impactful Role: Your success directly aligns with the company's bottom line.
• Growth Opportunity: Develop your leadership skills in a dynamic environment.

Ready to take charge? Apply today!