Senior Protein Procurement Specialist

Fuze HR Solutions Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is looking for a Protein Procurement Manager in Calgary to optimize procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships. This role offers a competitive salary with performance bonuses, comprehensive health coverage, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Three weeks of vacation

Hybrid work structure after six months

RRSP matching after one year

Subsidized company share ownership program

Monthly cellphone allowance

Employee pricing on food products

Career advancement opportunities

Training across the company

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food Purchasing / Procurement.
• Strong experience with purchasing high volumes of meat products.
• In-depth knowledge of protein markets and supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze protein markets for procurement decisions.
• Execute weekly procurement and management of raw materials.
• Build relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and pricing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Supply Chain Management

Food Science

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your career with an industry-leading food manufacturing company? We're seeking a talented Protein Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team in Calgary. If you have a passion for the protein markets and a strategic mindset, this role is perfect for you!

Compensation :

• Earn between $90k to $105k, plus a generous 20-30% performance-based bonus paid annually.
• Enjoy comprehensive health and dental coverage for you and your family starting from day one.
• Start with three weeks of vacation and benefit from a hybrid work structure after six months.
• RRSP matching after one year, a subsidized company share ownership program (25% discount), and a monthly cellphone allowance.
• Access employee pricing on thousands of high-quality foods.
• Take advantage of career advancement opportunities and training across the company.

Your Responsibilities :

• Continuously learn and develop knowledge on protein markets and trends.
• Monitor and analyze protein markets and economic trends to inform purchasing decisions and mitigate risks related to price volatility and supply chain disruptions.
• Develop and execute a proactive communication plan for market information related to commodities for stakeholders including business unit buyers.
• Execute weekly procurement and management of raw materials (i.e., beef) for food production.
• Develop and execute buying programs for multiple proteins (beef, pork, poultry, etc.).
• Manage commodity opportunity buys for multiple proteins.
• Source and negotiate annual contracted key items.
• Manage company commodity inventory levels to ensure they meet production requirements.
• Ensure company commodity inventory levels are in line with financial forecasts.
• Build relationships with multiple suppliers to source the best quality and pricing.
• Source opportunity purchases / new items and present to business units.
• Lead regularly scheduled buyer meetings.
• Advise and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure inventory levels are optimized for business needs.
• Travel as required to business units and meetings.
• Additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications :

• 5+ years of experience in food Purchasing / Procurement
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Food Science, or a related field.
• Strong experience with purchasing high volumes of beef, poultry, pork, and other meats.
• In-depth knowledge of protein markets (beef, poultry, and pork products), macroeconomic factors, and their impact on supply chain operations.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and food safety standards (CFIA, HACCP, GMP, etc.).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong network of supplier contacts in the protein industry preferred.
• Ability to pass criminal and credit checks.
• Ability to travel.

To apply directly, email your resume to Kirsten Green at

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