Procurement Manager

Company: Ignite Human Capital
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 3, 2025

Job Description:

About Us:Chosen Foods is a leading 100% Avocado Oil brand dedicated to delivering high-quality products to our customers. We pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence, and we are looking for a talented Procurement Manager to join our team.Job Summary:We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Procurement Manager to establish and lead our new procurement department. This role is pivotal in developing and implementing procurement strategies for direct materials, ensuring cost-efficiency, supplier performance, and alignment with the company's operational goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to build processes and teams from the ground up.Responsibilities:

• Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies:

• Develop procurement policies, processes, and systems to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Build a spending tracker for all direct materials and develop a procurement strategy with our external manufacturer.
• Supplier Management:
  • Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure the procurement of high-quality materials at competitive prices. Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers.
  • Develop and execute strategies for buying and delivering materials to support external manufacturing needs.
  • Cost Optimization: Monitor market trends and conduct cost analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction and value improvement without compromising quality.
  • Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain and procurement process. Develop contingency plans to ensure consistent supply in case of disruptions.
  • Inventory Management: Collaborate with the supply chain and production teams to ensure proper inventory levels, reduce excess stock, and ensure timely material availability.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and corporate policies related to procurement activities.
  • Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and overall cost savings.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including R&D, Quality, and Finance, to align procurement activities with company goals and projects.
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve procurement processes, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation within the supply chain.Professional Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in direct procurement, preferably within the CPG industry.
  • Proven track record of successful negotiation and supplier management.
  • Strong understanding of supply chain management, procurement processes, and market dynamics.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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