Procurement Sourcing Manager

Title: Procurement Sourcing Manager

Salary Range: $112,000 - $116,000 Annually

Status: Exempt

Location: Salinas, CA

Reports to: Procurement Director

GENERAL DISCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Procurement Sourcing Manager - Packaging Materials is responsible for developing and executing non-strategic category sourcing approaches that ensures a reliable supply of packaging materials, for creating an approach to sourcing that drives competitive costs and continuous improvement, and for developing a supplier base that performs well relative to performance KPIs. This role manages all non-strategic Packaging spend within a category management framework - developing differentiated sourcing approaches, leading sourcing execution and negotiations, and partnering closely with Operations, R&D, Quality, and Finance to support product launches, cost savings initiatives, and assessing supplier performance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS / DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

* Assures that there is an underlying category management foundation in place and develops/executes Packaging go-to-market sourcing approaches consistent with the segmentation driven overarching approach to Packaging sourcing

* With Packaging Operations, evaluates supply and supplier market data and analytics to develop fact-based decisions when developing and executing go-to-market approaches

* Leads all go-to-market execution elements - competitive bidding, supplier selection and deal finalization, and contract negotiations to secure optimal pricing, terms, and service levels

* With support from Procurement Operations, develops the signature RFx approaches that are used for executing go-to-market strategies

* Deploys the ogC supplier relationship management framework to create differentiated supplier relationships and differentiated performance expectations to create both cost and value impact

* Leads all supplier interfaces and partners with Marketing, R&D and Operations to support key Packaging projects - packaging and supplier changes, value engineering and innovation, process improvements and commercialization

* Works with Quality and Food Safety teams to ensure all packaging materials meet regulatory and company standards

* Maintains ongoing review of supply risks and develops mitigation strategies with Procurement Operations

* Supports targeted sustainability initiatives

* Supports development and implementation of Procurement policies, governance, controls, and standard operating procedures

* With the Director of Direct Material Souring, establishes KPIs to track performance, cost savings, supplier reliability, and compliance

* Continually works on personal development, functional and leadership competencies, with direction from the Director of Direct Material Sourcing

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

* 5 years or more of experience in Procurement, with packaging sourcing experience in CPG and Ag/Produce preferred.

* Category management knowledge and experience preferable, from segmentation through to supplier relationship management

* Current understanding of food-type packaging materials - supplier manufacturing processes, substrate composition, performance, regulatory compliance, and cost drivers

* Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office tools and strong analytical skills

* Experience with value engineering or packaging optimization projects

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and lift to 25 pounds on an infrequent basis.

WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

* Ability to work beyond normal business hours, weekends and some company holidays as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

* 4-year Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Supply Chain preferred

* High school diploma or GED required.

EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.