Strategic Sourcing Leader - External Manufacturing & Specialties

Simplot Company; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simplot Company is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies for finished products via external manufacturers and co-packers, including specialty ingredients across potato, vegetable and fruit categories.

The role requires 5+ years in procurement, strong contract negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure cost efficiency, supply continuity, and supplier performance on a global scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required from 4-year college/university.
• 5+ years related experience in procurement or supply management.
• Experience designing and executing cost-focused procurement strategies across regions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for external manufacturing and co-packers.
• Identify, evaluate, onboard and manage suppliers across regions for quality and cost targets.
• Collaborate with R&D, Regulatory, Finance, Planning and Operations to align sourcing with business goals.
• Monitor market trends, manage risks, and drive supplier performance and value.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Cross-functional leadership

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Simplot Company is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies for finished products via external manufacturers and co-packers, including specialty ingredients across potato, vegetable and fruit categories.

The role requires 5+ years in procurement, strong contract negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure cost efficiency, supply continuity, and supplier performance on a global scale.