Sourcing Category Manager - Proteins

FreshRealm; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A leading fresh food company in the United States is seeking an experienced Category Manager to oversee sourcing and procurement of protein and seafood ingredients. This remote position requires a proven track record in purchasing, outstanding negotiation skills, and experience in category management. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth are offered. Ideal candidates should have 3 to 5 years in the food industry and a passion for food innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in purchasing, pricing, and financial management.
• Comfortable making quick decisions with broad consequences.
• Self-motivated, innovative thinker with passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement of assigned ingredients.
• Develop and optimize supplier network for category development.
• Ensure supplier compliance with regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and variety.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Attention to detail

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Self-motivation

Innovative thinking

Education

3 to 5 years in purchasing/category management

Job description

The pay range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000/annually. This is a remote based position.

As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing and procurement of a designated portfolio of protein and seafood ingredients. Your goal will be to provide our New Product Development and Culinary Teams with the highest quality ingredients to choose from at the greatest overall value.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the sourcing and procurement (entire source-to-pay process) of assigned protein and seafood ingredients used in FreshRealm’s recipes
• Strategically develop and optimize the supplier network for category development and execution of competitive sourcing strategies with the goal of driving incremental value. Manage commodity and global supply dynamics to mitigate cost risk to FreshRealm on behalf of our customers
• Responsible for supplier management and key performance indicators including supplier compliance with all safety / quality / regulatory specifications, on-time delivery of inbound supply shipments, and cost per meal as well as service level, quality, cost, and sustainability metrics
• Partner with Regulatory and Food Safety & Quality Assurance Leadership Teams to ensure all grocery suppliers are operating in compliance with all applicable regulations and FreshRealm policies and customer requirements
• Partner with New Product Development and Fulfillment Operations Leadership Teams to perform ongoing SKU rationalization / management efforts, to ensure FreshRealm operates with maximum efficiency, while also effectively fulfilling our customers' demand for variety

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• Proven track record of success in purchasing, pricing, and financial management
• Outstanding negotiation skills
• Comfortable making quick decisions with broad consequences
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively influence all levels of the organization
• Proven track record of leadership experience, including effective management of multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail, organization and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Self-motivated, innovative thinker with a passion for food!
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Education/Experience

• 3 to 5 years purchasing, category management and food industry experience, preferably with protein and seafood experience.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance
• 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
• Life and ADD insurance
• Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals.
• Paid time off

Our Values at Work

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like

• ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time
• CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.
• TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings
• INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks
• OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity
• NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support
• SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer