Procurement Manager

Flying Food Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager for their JFK facility. The role involves overseeing procurement activities, developing strategies, and managing supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective sourcing and compliance with food safety standards.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related purchasing and procurement experience.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record of achieving cost reductions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all procurement processes.
• Develop procurement strategies focusing on cost reduction.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Job description

This range is provided by Flying Food Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Flying Food Group

We are seeking an experienced purchasing manager to handle procurement activities at our JFK facility. The ideal candidate will develop purchasing strategies, maintain positive relationships with suppliers, coordinate with internal teams regarding their supply needs, and oversee the purchasing team in their daily activities. In addition, the Purchasing Manager will take on key procurement responsibilities to ensure cost-effective sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance monitoring.

Essential Functions

• Manage and oversee all procurement processes, ensuring that products and services are purchased in alignment with company goals and budgetary constraints.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct purchasing functions, ensuring the timely procurement of necessary goods and services while optimizing cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Implement and maintain effective procurement strategies that focus on cost reduction, including negotiations with vendors to secure the most competitive pricing.
• Maintain and develop positive relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent product quality, reliable delivery schedules, and adherence to contractual terms.
• Work closely with internal teams to assess their supply needs and develop procurement solutions that support operational requirements.
• Ensure procurement processes comply with corporate food service standards, relevant regulations (including HACCP and FDA guidelines), and best practices for food safety and sanitation.
• Oversee and manage the ETEC system operations to facilitate efficient procurement and inventory management.
• Continuously monitor and control procurement costs to meet budgeted financial goals and maintain cost-effectiveness across all purchasing categories.
• Prepare reports on procurement activities, including spend analysis, vendor performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Supervise and support the purchasing team, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager or leadership team.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related purchasing and procurement experience, preferably in a highvolume and diverse product environment.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record of achieving cost reductions.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, contract management, and vendor relations.
• Knowledge of HACCP, FDA guidelines, and other food safety and sanitation standards.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative and Purchasing

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

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