Senior Protein Procurement Specialist | Bonus

Fuze HR; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Calgary is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist / Manager to focus on protein markets. The role involves managing procurement processes for high volumes of protein and fostering supplier relationships. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in food procurement and relevant education. The position offers a salary between $90k to $105k with additional benefits including a performance-based bonus, health coverage, and hybrid work options.

Benefits

20-30% performance-based bonus

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Three weeks of vacation

RRSP matching after one year

Employee pricing on high-quality foods

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food Purchasing / Procurement.
• Strong experience with purchasing high volumes of beef, poultry, pork, and other meats.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Continuously learn and develop knowledge on protein markets and trends.
• Develop and execute a proactive communication plan for stakeholders.
• Manage company commodity inventory levels to ensure they meet production requirements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of protein markets

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Food Science, or a related field

Job description

Join Us as a Senior Procurement Specialist / Manager!

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!

Our company is a leader in the food manufacturing industry, with headquarters in Calgary and branches in Richmond, Edmonton, and Victoria, BC. We prefer our candidate to live in Calgary, where you’ll report to the Director of Sales and Marketing and work within a close-knit team of five.

What We Offer

• 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.
• Manage core layaway programs.
• 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.
• Procure special order items as directed.
• 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.

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.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• 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.

If you’re ready to make a significant impact and grow with a company that values your expertise, apply now and become a vital part of our team!

Kirsten Green

Recruitment Consultant

Fuze HR Solutions Inc.

4190 Lougheed Hwy – Suite 400, Burnaby, BC V5C 6A8

BRBC