Manager III Sourcing Fresh

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 139,120 - 208,680; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA seeks a skilled individual to manage the Fresh Category across its brands, with responsibilities in sourcing, vendor relations, and financial management. Candidates should possess advanced analytical and communication skills, alongside 6+ years of experience in related fields. A hybrid working model is offered, allowing for both in-person and remote workdays. The role is based in Quincy, MA, and requires a bachelor's degree, with a preference for those holding a master's degree.

Qualifications

• Fluency with financial acumen and understanding of commodity markets.
• Demonstrated success with educating others in related topics.
• 6+ years of related sourcing, negotiating, and vendor management experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform responsibilities for complex categories/events.
• Negotiate supplier performance metrics and long-range plans.
• Plan & execute RFPs and oversee analysts' work.

Skills

Advanced presentation skills

Strong communication skills

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent conflict management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft suite

Job description

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and e‑commerce, Technology and more.

Work Context

Responsible for partnering across all ADUSA Brands to evaluate appropriate avenues to achieve optimal value (cost + quality) for the category assortment. Responsible for delivering all corporate wide Fresh COGs and savings budget planning and execution. Ensures that cross brand Fresh Category teams are educated on market influences & aligned with end‑to‑end cost and supplier selection strategies. Responsible for driving connectivity across Fresh Category for all ADUSA brands, PDL, RBS, and internal & external partners (including suppliers, Supply Chain, Finance, Economists, Sustainability, etc.) to leverage size and scale and optimize performance & savings opportunities.

Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in‑person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Quincy, MA, Carlisle, PA, Scarborough, ME.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis until the end of their appointment.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform the following responsibilities and teach/train/oversee others' work for complex categories/events requiring advanced category understanding, independent decision making, & extensive planning & forethought.
• Thought partner and/or lead across all brands on assortment, specs, supplier selection, packaging & supply chain implications, and Financials/Margin Management.
• Understand and interpret Commodity Market impacts & other market influences (i.e. tariffs, pandemics, etc.) and partner with the Commodity Strategists on relevant impacts to current contracts and/or upcoming events.
• Maintain market surveillance and develop plans to maintain and/or gain competitive advantages thru appropriate timing for execution and/or support of Sourcing events.
• Negotiate and/or advise on supplier costs, performance metrics, long‑range plans and pursue supplier partnership opportunities.
• Negotiate business terms, new item cost negotiation, NFR coordination, Supply Chain interaction and/or logistical coordination.
• Plan & execute RFPs & teach/train/oversee the work of analysts requiring oversight.
• Responsible for providing all necessary input for the preparation of Fresh contracts (MSAs, PLMSAs, CRCs, Schedules, etc.) and accountable for the final documentation review/approval.
• Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values.

Requirements

• Fluency with both financial acumen (P&L management) & understanding & interpreting commodity markets. Demonstrated success with educating others on these topics.
• Extensive knowledge of industry and suppliers.

Skills

• Advanced presentation skills (both developing the story & delivering it)
• Strong communication skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent conflict management skills

Abilities

• Ability to effectively teach/train/direct the work of others and provide constructive & timely feedback on performance.
• Successful track record of influencing others without authority.
• Proven ability to interpret and react to syndicated data reports (e.g. IRI, etc.).

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• 6+ years of related sourcing, negotiating, category, & vendor management experience.
• Independent interaction with senior leadership levels across the organization.
• Project Management/Facilitation.
• Change Management.
• Mastery of Microsoft suite.

ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $120,960 - $181,440

IL/MA/MD/NY Salary Range: $139,120 - $208,680

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.