VP OF Procurement

Requirements Bachelor's degree is required; an MBA or other advanced degree is preferred. 15+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain leadership. Executive leadership experience within the commercial food manufacturing industry is required. Commercial baking industry experience is highly preferred. Proven experience managing procurement across large, complex manufacturing organizations. Experience leading procurement functions supporting 30+ manufacturing facilities or organizations of similar scale. Demonstrated success managing procurement spend exceeding $500 million. Strong experience leading multi-level procurement organizations and developing high-performing teams. Proven ability to partner and collaborate with executive leadership. Experience in food manufacturing, ingredient manufacturing, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries is preferred. Strong background in agricultural supply chains and multi-site manufacturing environments. Experience in enterprise procurement, commodity procurement, and supply chain transformation initiatives. Proven experience sourcing and managing key commodities, including flour, wheat, grains, dairy, cocoa, and other agricultural ingredients. Responsibilities Develop and execute enterprise procurement strategies that support business growth, profitability, supply continuity, and shareholder value. Build and lead a world-class procurement organization aligned with the company's long-term business objectives. Drive procurement modernization initiatives across North America. Establish procurement as a strategic business partner across the enterprise. Lead procurement across major spend categories, including ingredients, packaging, contract manufacturing, MRO, and logistics. Oversee procurement for capital equipment, facilities, information technology, corporate services, and indirect procurement. Develop and implement category strategies that improve supplier performance, reduce costs, and create long-term competitive advantage. Develop and execute commodity sourcing strategies for key agricultural inputs, including grains, flour, wheat, dairy, cocoa, sweeteners, edible oils, and other commodity-based ingredients. Manage commodity price volatility while protecting business margins and ensuring supply continuity. Lead enterprise procurement transformation initiatives through the adoption of artificial intelligence, procurement analytics, digital procurement platforms, and process automation. Drive data-driven decision-making and strengthen strategic category management across the organization. Enhance supplier performance analytics to improve procurement efficiency and support continuous improvement. Drive continuous improvement by building scalable procurement capabilities and modernizing procurement processes. Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to enhance innovation, quality, resilience, and long-term value. Strengthen supplier performance management and identify opportunities for collaboration and continuous improvement. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement organization by coaching emerging leaders, building organizational capability, and developing succession plans. Drive accountability and performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and supporting professional growth across the procurement function. #J-18808-Ljbffr