Associate Procurement Manager

Associate Procurement Manager Position in Ocean Spray’s cooperatively owned organization. Hybrid role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA, with Mondays and Fridays remote. Responsibilities Assist in building strategies for assigned categories to support improvements in cost effectiveness and supplier service levels and quality while focusing on mitigating risk. Execute category sourcing strategies including RFIs and RFPs, develop selection criteria and drive optimal supplier selections in collaboration with cross‑functional teams. Conduct supplier negotiations and contracting, and coordinate with stakeholders on program implementation and ongoing supplier management. Research and provide information on category trends and best practices. Actively seek opportunities to streamline business processes. Required Qualifications Manufacturing‑related experience (consumer/food/beverage preferred). Contract negotiation/contract development and review experience. Experience with ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and S2P system (e.g., Ariba, Ivalua, Coupa). Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Education Bachelor’s or University Degree (Required). Experience At least 3 Years of Experience. Annual Salary $87,400 – $120,230 Benefits Complete insurance package on Day‑1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs Health, Dental and Vision insurance Health savings account Flexible spending account Life and accident insurance Employee assistance program Telehealth services 1:1 health coaching Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year‑end Short‑Term Incentive/Performance bonuses Flexible scheduling options Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro‑rated for your first year of employment) Holiday pay for 12 holidays Career development and growth opportunities Tuition/Education assistance programs Access to LinkedIn Learning Scholarship programs for children of employees Parental leave Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back‑up care, tutoring, etc. Adoption assistance Bereavement leave Up to $300 fitness reimbursement Up to $300 massage reimbursement Employee appreciation events Employee discounts Charitable giving EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For MA Applicants – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr