Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager

Smithfield Foods; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior Procurement Leader to drive end-to-end sourcing programs, negotiate high-impact contracts, and lead cost-reduction initiatives across our supplier network.

You will build strategic relationships with internal partners, optimize supply chain collaboration, and oversee vendor performance reviews to continuous improvements in cost and quality. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree in Business or related field is a plus with 6+ years.
• 2+ years of leadership or project management experience.
• Strong strategic sourcing, negotiation, and cost-saving track record.
• Proficiency in MS Office and procurement tools including SAP.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to plants and vendor sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead End-to-End Sourcing Strategy: develop and execute procurement programs including sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor selection, and RFP management frameworks.
• Negotiate High-Impact Contracts: apply advanced negotiation principles to secure favorable terms and manage complex supplier agreements.
• Drive Cost Reduction Initiatives: define targets, conduct spend analysis, and run RFI/RFP events.
• Enhance Supplier Performance: identify value levers and drive improvements in service levels and technology adoption.
• Build Strategic Relationships: partner with internal leaders to identify consolidation opportunities and leverage purchasing power.
• Optimize Supply Chain Collaboration: work with corporate, scheduling, operations and plant teams to reduce costs and ensure quality.
• Oversee Vendor Performance Reviews: conduct evaluations to ensure cost, service and standardization improvements.
• Leadership: drive a positive employee experience through leadership and coaching.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Negotiation

Vendor Management

Cost Reduction

Leadership

Analytics

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Lead End-to-End Sourcing Strategy: Develop and execute procurement programs including sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor selection, and RFP management frameworks.
• Negotiate High-Impact Contracts: Apply advanced negotiation principles to secure favorable terms, maximize leverage, and manage complex, business-critical supplier agreements.
• Drive Cost Reduction Initiatives: Define and oversee cost-saving targets; conduct spend analysis and lead execution of competitive RFI/RFP events and supplier negotiations.
• Enhance Supplier Performance: Identify sourcing value levers and drive continuous improvement in vendor service levels, technology adoption, and business alignment.
• Build Strategic Relationships: Partner with internal business leaders to understand needs, identify consolidation opportunities, and leverage purchasing power across operations.
• Optimize Supply Chain Collaboration: Work closely with corporate, scheduling, operations, and plant teams to reduce material costs and ensure consistent quality and supply.
• Oversee Vendor Performance Reviews: Conduct regular evaluations of packaging vendors to ensure ongoing improvements in cost, service, and standardization.
• Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by ay of employee development and coaching.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Candidates with a Master's degree in Business, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university and 6+ years of relevant experience will be considered qualified.
• Leadership Experience: 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development, or project leadership.
• Strategic Sourcing Expertise: Progressive experience utilizing strategic sourcing techniques such as value stream management, lean concepts, and contract negotiation to drive cost savings and supplier performance.
• Contract & Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to read, write, and negotiate complex contracts, with a strong understanding of sourcing frameworks and vendor engagement models.
• Systems & Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to work well in fast-paced, cross-functional environments and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel up to 25% to manufacturing plants and vendor sites as needed.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT

• SAP experience is strongly preferred.
• Relocation Package Available
• Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, na