Senior Procurement Lead: Raw Materials & Co-Manufacturing

Lee Kum Kee International Holdings Ltd; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Sick Days

Annual Birthday Time Off

Job summary

A global food company is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing for critical input materials in food manufacturing. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and cost efficiency. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in procurement within the food sector and strong negotiation skills, with a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field. Join a team committed to innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of procurement experience in food manufacturing.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiations and cost improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategies for raw materials in food manufacturing.
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company goals.
• Collaborate with other departments to support production and innovation.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier negotiations

Cost analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Job description

A global food company is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing for critical input materials in food manufacturing. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and cost efficiency. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in procurement within the food sector and strong negotiation skills, with a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field. Join a team committed to innovation and growth.