Vice President of Procurement

Vice President of Procurement

Category: Professional

Location: Ranch Dominguez, CA 90220

Pay: $225,000.00 Annually

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Description

Vice President of Procurement

Great Opportunity!

What's in it for you?

Eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including: Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans, Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay, Bonus Incentive. Matching 401k and More!

Vice President of Procurement Details:

• Direct hire position
• $225,000.00 / annually
• First shift (Monday through Friday)

The Vice President of Procurement leads the integration of purchase, the strategic sourcing and procurement operations for all food products, packaging, and supply chain services within the organization, mainly three different brands under the same group.

This executive role is responsible for ensuring product availability, proper inventory control, cost competitiveness, and compliance in support of a fast-paced food distribution business.

The VP will oversee vendor relationships, optimize purchasing processes, and drive efficiency across the supply chain, develop and execute procurement strategies for perishable and non-perishable food products (e.g., dry & frozen ingredients), packaging, and distribution-related supplies.

Build and maintain strong relationships with growers, manufacturers, and third-party vendors to ensure consistent supply and service quality.

Negotiate contracts to secure optimal pricing, delivery terms, rebates, and risk mitigation across all procurement categories.

Partner with Inventory, Logistics, Sales, and Operations teams to forecast demand and align procurement decisions with business needs.

Monitor supplier performance using KPIs such as order accuracy, fulfillment rate, cost variances, and on-time delivery.

Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, USDA, HACCP, FSMA).

Must be willing and able to travel up to 25–40% of the time and travel may include visits to domestic and international suppliers, contract manufacturers, distribution centers, and industry trade events.

Oversee the daily workflow of the team; provide constructive and timely performance evaluation; and handle discipline of employees in accordance with company policy.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred and 10+ years of progressive procurement experience in the food distribution or wholesale sector, including leadership roles.

Strong understanding of food categories (e.g., fresh produce, dairy, frozen, dry goods) and supplier landscapes.

Proven success negotiating with manufacturers, co-packers, and logistics providers.

Expertise in inventory planning, sourcing analytics, and contract management.

Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Deep knowledge of food safety regulations and distribution compliance standards.