Director of Procurement

BENEFITS: We are delighted to offer a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Personal Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply. POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Procurement is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and executing the organization’s procurement strategy. The Director will lead cross-functional initiatives, manage strategic vendor relationships, and drive continuous improvement across procurement operations. The Director will lead and manage all procurement-related activities with integrity and accuracy and develop and guide team members to achieve goals. Initially, a substantial focus will be on developing a strategic supply base covering ingredients and packaging for the new ice cream and blending business. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership & Strategy Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with organizational objectives. Lead and mentor the Procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture. Collaborate with executive leadership to forecast procurement needs and budget planning. Operational Oversight Ensure efficient procurement processes, compliance with policies, and adherence to regulatory requirements. Oversee contract negotiations, supplier selection, and performance evaluations. Monitor procurement KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed. Ensure procurement records are accurate and up to date, including contracts and supplier performance metrics. Strategic Sourcing Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure the organization's procurement needs are met in a cost-effective, timely manner, initially focusing on ice cream and blending procurement needs. Develop market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and category management strategies. Risk Management & Compliance Identify and mitigate supply chain risks. Ensure compliance with internal controls, legal standards, and ethical sourcing practices. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Finance, Operations, Legal, and other departments to align procurement activities with business needs. Lead procurement-related change management and system implementations. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, including leadership roles. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract law, and supplier management. Relevant experience in food ingredient sourcing, including dairy, packaging, and strategic vendor management. Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Oracle) and procurement analytics. Physical Requirements: Subject to up to at least 92db’s. Lifting: up to 20 lbs. occasionally. Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, on a regular basis. Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction. Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist occasionally. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities that must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. #J-18808-Ljbffr