Senior Procurement Strategist – Packaging & Materials

SunOpta, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SunOpta, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a strategic sourcing leader for aseptic packaging, cartons, flexible films, and corrugated materials across Better-for-You Beverage and Fruit Snacks portfolios.

You will drive supplier performance, cost savings, and supply continuity in a food manufacturing setting. The role leads sourcing strategies, negotiates with key suppliers, and partners with Operations, Finance, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to align objectives and ensure contract compliance across

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field.
• 7+ years procurement experience, including 3+ years in assigned category.
• CPM, CPSM or similar certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned spend categories.
• Lead strategic supplier negotiations and contract management to optimize value and ensure supply assurance.
• Monitor market trends, supply dynamics, and emerging risks to inform procurement strategies.
• Manage supplier performance through scorecards, business reviews, and corrective action plans.
• Identify and execute on cost reduction, productivity, and value creation opportunities.
• Assess supply risks and implement mitigation and continuity plans.
• Serve as the designated SunOpta representative for assigned enterprise and globally sourced categories.
• Partner with Operations, Finance, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to support business objectives.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical and financial skills

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field

CPM, CPSM or similar certification

Job description

SunOpta, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a strategic sourcing leader for aseptic packaging, cartons, flexible films, and corrugated materials across Better-for-You Beverage and Fruit Snacks portfolios.

You will drive supplier performance, cost savings, and supply continuity in a food manufacturing setting. The role leads sourcing strategies, negotiates with key suppliers, and partners with Operations, Finance, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to align objectives and ensure contract compliance across