Procurement Manager

LHH; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan

Long-term disability

Job summary

LHH in New York City is seeking a strategic and hands-on Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations, supplier management, and sourcing initiatives within a fast-growing food distribution company. You will oversee a team of procurement professionals and partner with executive leadership to drive inventory performance and supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement or supply chain, a Bachelor's in a related field, experience with ERP and AI procurement tools,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management experience.
• Experience managing direct reports and leading teams.
• Experience in food/consumer products distribution or manufacturing with expiration date management/perishables.
• Experience with ERP and AI procurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals.
• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities and supplier relationships.
• Drive procurement strategy to support growth and objectives.
• Utilize ERP systems and AI tools to manage purchasing workflows and reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements in procurement operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams for forecasting andInventory planning.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Decision making

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement systems

AI tools

Job description

Our client, based in New York City, is seeking a strategic and hands-on Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations, supplier management, and sourcing initiatives within a fast-growing food distribution company. This position will oversee a team of procurement professionals while partnering closely with executive leadership to drive inventory performance, supplier relationships, process improvements, and technology adoption. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex supply chain challenges, and is excited to contribute to a high-growth organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals.
• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and sourcing initiatives.
• Drive procurement strategy to support organizational growth and business objectives.
• Utilize ERP systems and advanced planning tools including AI to manage purchasing workflows, reporting, and decision-making.
• Support the adoption of AI-enabled procurement and demand planning technologies.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency, service levels, and cost performance.
• Partner with cross functional teams for forecasting
• Monitor inventory levels, stock availability, spoilage risks, and supplier performance.
• Develop, track, and report on key procurement KPIs, including inventory, supplier performance, service levels, and cost savings.
• Lead change management initiatives and promote continuous improvement across procurement operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management experience.
• Experience managing direct reports and leading teams.
• Background in food or consumer products distribution or manufacturing with experience in expiration date management or perishables
• Experience working with ERP systems, procurement systems and AI business tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Bilingual Spanish a plus

Benefit offerings PTO/Holiday pay, Medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program, and a 401k plan.

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