Associate, Procurement

Our story began when two kids asked a simple question: Why does everything that tastes so good have to have so much junk? They set out to prove that unbelievably delicious chocolate snacks could be made with real, simple ingredients and way less sugar. In doing so, they sent a bold message to the whole category: do better. More than a decade later, that same ambitious spirit still drives Unreal. What started as a simple question has grown into a beloved national brand, raising the bar for snacking in over 35,000 stores including Target, Whole Foods Market, Costco, Sprouts, Kroger, and Publix. We're also sold online through Amazon, Thrive Market, and atunrealsnacks.com. Job Summary We’re looking for an agile, analytical, and detail-oriented Associate, Procurement to own day‑to‑day operations and data integrity of our procurement team. In this role, you will be the operational backbone of the department—managing purchase order execution, inventory accuracy, and contract tracking while actively navigating daily supply chain disruptions. The Associate, Procurement will play a key role in stabilizing our core operational workflows, and will have the opportunity to learn and manage Unreal’s sugar category to ensure supply continuity and cost stability. The Associate, Procurement will be a vital member of the Unreal Procurement team and report to the Director, Procurement. This is a remote position, with approximately 15% travel required for supplier and co‑manufacturer visits, conferences, and company offsite events. What You’ll Do Manage the end‑to‑end daily operational workflow of the procurement team, placing all Purchase Orders accurately and on time. Maintain and update the procurement team’s contract tracker, ensuring cross‑functional data inputs are accurate, current, and organized for leadership visibility. Audit, update, and maintain inventory records to eliminate discrepancies, optimize stock levels, and ensure precise data integrity. Manage daily supplier communications, assisting with the troubleshooting of delivery adjustments and tracking lead‑time metrics to prevent supply disruptions. Learn and support the day‑to‑day coordination of the sugar and sweetener category, monitoring baseline market data to help ensure supply continuity. Work closely with the Senior Manager, Procurement – Ingredients, to manage inventory tracking for specialized ingredient lines. Build out structured rhythms and standardized processes for daily operations to eliminate administrative bottlenecks as the team scales. Maintain clear, highly professional communication with the supplier network to hold vendors accountable to lead times and contractual commitments. Who You Are Foundational background in procurement or supply chain operations, with practical experience managing supplier inventories, tracking vendor lead times, or supporting logistics coordination. Proficiency in Excel (including experience with VLookups, Pivot Tables), with the ability to maintain data integrity in inventory records and contract tracking databases. Prior experience interfacing with buyers and supporting supply chain escalations when they arise. Strong communication skills with the ability to hold suppliers accountable while maintaining a collaborative working relationship. Demonstrated tolerance for ambiguity, with the ability to pivot quickly, stay calm under pressure, and problem‑solve when supply chain disruptions occur. A meticulous approach to data entry and record‑keeping, ensuring contract trackers and inventory figures are highly accurate. Familiarity with navigating Material Requirements Planning (MRP) files or ERP system data outputs is a plus. Experience managing or assisting with a raw material or agricultural commodity category is a plus. Compensation and Bonus the base compensation range for this position is between $70K - $85K annually . This position is also eligible for a 10% bonus . The salary range listed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Individual compensation is determined by additional factors, including role‑related experience and relevant education and certifications. Bonus payout is pro‑rated to start date. Employees must be employed by September 30 of the calendar year to be eligible for bonus for that calendar year. What We Offer Competitive salary and bonus Unlimited PTO & all federal holidays off Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – employee premiums are 100% covered, dependent premiums covered at 60% Health Reimbursement Account 401(k) with company match (eligible to participate after 6 months from hire) Up to 18 weeks Paid Parental Leave Paid Caregiver, Medical, & Bereavement Leave Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Stipend Wellness Stipend Monthly Home Office Stipend Coworking Stipend for remote employees Donation Matching Program Unlimited chocolate Great teammates and team culture – including department & team events Exposure to exciting opportunities at a rapidly growing brand! Our Core Values Do The Right Thing By our consumers, our retailers, our farmers, our partners, and our world. Integrity is everything. Endlessly Pursue Better Challenge the status quo, sweat the small stuff, and don’t settle. Always a Teacher, Always a Student We share what we know while staying open to what we don’t. Radiate Good Vibes This is a biggie. We approach everything we do with positivity and our energy is contagious. Make Every Bite Matter We are creating the best bites ever, without sacrificing taste, health, or the planet to do it. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Unreal Brands, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr