Global Meat Procurement & Supply Chain Manager

The Addison Group; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Addison Group is partnering with an established meat industry organization in New Jersey to hire a Procurement Manager who will oversee purchasing, international sourcing, inventory planning, and supply chain operations. The role focuses on supplier partnerships, product availability, and aligning sourcing with business objectives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement or supply chain within meat, strong knowledge of import operations, ERP systems, and excellent stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; advanced degree is a plus.
• At least 5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within the meat industry.
• Background in international sourcing, import operations, and supplier management.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations, customs procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with inventory management systems, forecasting tools, and ERP platforms.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze market data and purchasing trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing forecasts based on historical demand, sales activity, and changing market conditions.
• Partner with inventory and production teams to maintain appropriate stock levels and coordinate incoming shipments.
• Track domestic and international meat market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain developments.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships across the U.S. and internationally.
• Coordinate import logistics, customs clearance, shipping schedules, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate supplier certifications and import records to support quality standards and audit readiness.
• Prepare recurring market updates highlighting pricing trends, supply constraints, and industry developments.
• Collaborate with sales, retail, foodservice, and production teams to align purchasing decisions with business needs.
• Identify sourcing opportunities that strengthen supply reliability, cost efficiency, and long-term supplier partnerships.
• Ensure required product documentation is available to support receiving, quality assurance, and production planning.

Skills

Meat industry exp

Forecasting

Supplier relations

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain or related

Advanced degree is a plus

Tools

ERP platforms

Forecasting tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Addison Group is partnering with an established meat industry organization in New Jersey to hire a Procurement Manager who will oversee purchasing, international sourcing, inventory planning, and supply chain operations. The role focuses on supplier partnerships, product availability, and aligning sourcing with business objectives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement or supply chain within meat, strong knowledge of import operations, ERP systems, and excellent stakeholder