Job PurposeLead and develop strategic sourcing activities including negotiations, contract and project management, spend analysis, sourcing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions- Lead the development, implementation, and alignment of sourcing strategies for egg and dairy commodities that support overall business objectives
- Research and negotiate best price, quality, and service for select commodity-based raw materials (Dairy & Egg) utilized throughout the company
- Establish commodity risk mitigation strategies to minimize any concerns with materials, delivery, or supplier relationships
- Demonstrate full knowledge and serve as a leader for select commodity-based raw materials; establish both short and long-term commodity strategies
- Oversee the development and execution of contracts and agreements with suppliers; effectively negotiate with suppliers and coach others to do the same
- Set and deliver budgeted plans for all select commodity-based raw materials
- Evaluate supplier capabilities and establish sources for new technologies and new markets dictated by business requirements; compile and maintain commodity and industry strategies
- Negotiate and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers, such as volume-based discounts, better payment terms, lead time improvements, etc.
- Establish standard operating procedures for purchasing; monitor effectiveness of procedures, revise and improve purchasing processes
- Monitor supplier compliance with contractual agreements
- Assist with other supply chain analysis and initiatives as required
- Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)- Bachelor's degree in purchasing, supply chain, business or materials management and/or 7 equivalent years of experience
- 4+ years in sourcing, supply chain, or operational leadership for commodity-based raw materials; with direct experience in either Dairy and/or Eggs preferred in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong leadership capability
- Food manufacturing experience and familiarity with regulatory requirements associated with food products preferred
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel; experience with ERP Systems (Microsoft Great Plains, SAP desired)
- Experience with manufacturing modules including MRP, MPS, and WMS
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with multi-level personnel as well as suppliers, customers, and their representatives
- Ability to work cross-functionally, convey complex issues, and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to think quickly and handle frequent change
- Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
