Procurement Manager - Commodities

Wellness Pet Company; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 101,600 - 148,300; Full time

Job summary

Wellness Pet Company in Burlington, Massachusetts, is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee raw material sourcing across multiple manufacturing locations. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring supply, cost competitiveness, and sustainability.

With 5+ years of experience in procurement, you will analyze performance metrics and work closely with teams to enhance sourcing strategies. We offer a supportive environment, an inclusive workplace, and a competitive salary package ranging from $101,600 to $148,300 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience, preferably in food, pet food, or agricultural commodities.
• Strong knowledge of commodity markets and sourcing strategies.
• Experience managing RFx processes and cost-saving initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Monitor commodity markets and track sourcing performance metrics.
• Lead sourcing initiatives, RFx processes, negotiations, and market-driven purchases.
• Develop annual category strategies and sourcing plans.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, operations, economics, or related field

Tools

Sourcing tools

Job description

Our Team is based out of our office in Burlington, Massachusetts, where we work in-office Monday through Thursday each week, and remotely on Fridays. Team members must reside within or be willing to relocate to a commutable distance from our Burlington office.

What You’ll Accomplish

The Procurement Manager will be based out of our Burlington, MA headquarters and will report to the Senior Director, Strategic Procurement. This individual will oversee raw material and ingredient sourcing across multiple manufacturing locations and will work cross-functionally to secure supply, ensure cost competitiveness, sustainability, and maximum procurement value.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor commodity markets and track sourcing performance metrics.
• Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives, RFx processes, negotiations, and market-driven purchasing decisions using TCO methodology.
• Develop and maintain annual category strategies and sourcing plans aligned with demand forecasts, market trends, and risk assessments.
• Analyze, report, and forecast KPIs including PPV/IPV, savings, supplier performance, contract compliance, supply continuity, customer satisfaction, and pricing benchmarks.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers to improve cost, quality, resilience, and supply chain efficiency.
• Implement supplier agreements, monitor compliance, manage commodity allocations, and support contract development with Legal.
• Manage supplier performance reviews, cost reduction initiatives, issue resolution, and supplier development activities.
• Manage critical spot buys. Respond to supply disruptions, seasonal demand spikes, and emergency sourcing needs.
• Partner with R&D, Quality, Operations, FSQA, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams to support ingredient optimization, vendor qualification, NPD, and co-manufacturing initiatives.
• Manage day-to-day activities and development of Procurement Analyst.

Who We’re Looking For

• Always starts with the consumer
• Is dedicated to doing it right the first time
• Brings their best every day
• Has an “all-in” mindset
• Embraces the hard things and does them right away
• Owns their outcomes
• Gives back to their community

In addition, for this specific role, we need someone who

• A bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, operations, economics, or related field
• 5+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience, preferably in food, pet food, or agricultural commodities
• Strong knowledge of commodity markets, supplier management, and sourcing strategies
• Experience managing RFx processes, negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives
• Understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO), risk management, and supplier performance metrics
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders at multiple levels
• Proficiency with data analysis and sourcing tools
• Ability to travel domestically up to 30% of their time

Why Wellness Pet?

We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We treat every Wellie to a best-in-class benefits package, a warm and welcoming environment, and a place where you can learn and grow professionally.

The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

The annual salary range for this position is $101,600 to $148,300, based on a full‑time work schedule, anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational equity. Compensation may vary within that pay range depending on the selected candidate’s professional background, experience, operational needs, and other considerations permitted by law. The full compensation details will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer and may include eligibility for participation in a bonus program.