Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Leader

Vogrinc Search Group; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group in Davenport, IA seeks a procurement leader to manage procurement operations, inventory levels, vendor negotiations, and strategic growth initiatives for key accounts.

You will lead a cross-functional team, optimize supply chains, oversee marketing-related sourcing, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This executive role reports to the President and shapes annual objectives, cost controls, and supplier programs.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate department staff, ensuring proper staffing levels, performance management, and effective problem resolution.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to enhance financial performance and cash flow. Negotiate pricing and programs with suppliers, manage proprietary stock dispositions, and uphold strict service-level standards.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for accounts and suppliers, ensuring prompt, accurate, and professional communication while maintaining high fulfillment standards.
• Establish and refine departmental procedures to maximize operational efficiency and productivity based on industry expertise.
• Oversee secondary operational units, such as internal logistics/freight control and specialized merchandising teams, as assigned.
• Direct all marketing functions, including trade shows, promotional events, digital campaigns, sales incentives, product launches, and targeted catalogs. Maximize supplier financial participation.
• Lead strategic bid analyses for major prospective and existing accounts. Collaborate cross-functionally with sales specialists, category managers, culinary professionals, and brand development leads to drive the growth of private-label or exclusive product lines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Vogrinc Search Group in Davenport, IA seeks a procurement leader to manage procurement operations, inventory levels, vendor negotiations, and strategic growth initiatives for key accounts.

You will lead a cross-functional team, optimize supply chains, oversee marketing-related sourcing, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This executive role reports to the President and shapes annual objectives, cost controls, and supplier programs.