Global Protein Sourcing Strategist | Cost, Quality & Supply

Baxters North America; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxters North America is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager-Proteins to lead category strategy development and negotiations for protein-based raw materials. You will align sourcing with business goals, drive cost effectiveness, and ensure supply continuity through market insight and risk management.

The role requires collaboration with NPD, Quality and Operations, oversight of supplier performance, and leadership in procurement processes, data analysis, and budget inputs.

Qualifications

• Vendor management, contracts, and supplier negotiations experience required.
• Experience in strategic sourcing and category management for proteins or food ingredients preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills; ability to interpret market data and drive cost reductions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for protein commodities.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and mitigate risk.
• Monitor protein markets and regulatory changes to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with NPD, Quality, and Operations to ensure food safety and quality.
• Manage supplier performance and Pareto improvements; drive KPIs and scorecards.

Skills

Vendor management

Contracts management

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Forecasting

Supply planning

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Baxters North America is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager-Proteins to lead category strategy development and negotiations for protein-based raw materials. You will align sourcing with business goals, drive cost effectiveness, and ensure supply continuity through market insight and risk management.

The role requires collaboration with NPD, Quality and Operations, oversight of supplier performance, and leadership in procurement processes, data analysis, and budget inputs.