Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
5+ years of leadership experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or Transportation.
Proven experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), manufacturing, or similar industries.
Strong expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier negotiations.
Experience managing large spend portfolios and complex supplier networks.
Deep understanding of procurement operations and inventory planning.
Hands-on experience with SAP and other procurement systems.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute procurement strategies for raw materials and packaging.
Lead supplier selection and contract negotiations.
Drive cost optimization and manage large spend portfolios.
Oversee material readiness and manage inventory transitions.
Develop inbound transportation strategies to mitigate risks.
Support product launches and innovation initiatives through supplier coordination.
Monitor supplier performance and procurement costs.
Benefits
Onsite work 4 days a week with remote work on Fridays.
18+ month contract duration.
Opportunity to work in a strategic leadership role.
Engagement with cross-functional teams for holistic supply chain management.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Position: Supply chain planner Location: Atlanta, GA Onsite -4 Days a Week (Friday Remote) Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9: 00 AM -5: 00 PM EST Duration: 18+ Months Contract Laptop: Candidate must have their own laptop. Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Manager, Category Procurement to provide strategic and operational leadership across procurement, inbound transportation, and materials management. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in supplier management, strategic sourcing, cost optimization, inventory governance, and supply chain operations, preferably within the CPG or manufacturing industry. The role will focus on ensuring supply continuity, driving procurement efficiencies, managing supplier relationships, supporting product commercialization, and implementing digital procurement solutions. Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute category procurement strategies across raw materials, packaging, and indirect spend.
Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and long-term supplier relationship management.
Drive cost optimization, productivity, and strategic sourcing initiatives while managing large spend portfolios.
Oversee material readiness, ordering, replenishment, start-ups, commissioning trials, LTOs, graphic changes, and product innovations.
Establish inventory targets and manage material transitions, run-outs, obsolescence, and inventory exposure.
Develop inbound transportation strategies and mitigate logistics and supply continuity risks.
Leverage SAP and other procurement systems to improve visibility, reporting, automation, and operational efficiency.
Support commercialization, product launches, innovation initiatives, and promotional readiness through supplier coordination.
Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, Finance, Planning, and Commercial teams to align procurement and material strategies.
Monitor supplier performance, procurement costs, transportation metrics, working capital, and supply chain risks.
Drive continuous improvement, process standardization, digital transformation, and procurement governance.
Provide regular performance updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. MBA preferred.
5+ years of progressive leadership experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Materials Management, and/or Transportation.
Proven experience in CPG, manufacturing, or a similar industry.
Strong expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization.
Experience managing large spend portfolios and complex supplier networks.
Deep understanding of procurement operations, materials management, inventory planning, and inbound transportation.
Strong financial and analytical skills with experience managing procurement budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
Hands-on experience with SAP and other procurement/supply chain systems.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive-level presentation skills.
Strong understanding of procurement governance, compliance, and ethical sourcing practices
