What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Manager position at CareersInFood?
About Us
With over a century of expertise, Adam's Group is a fifth-generation family-owned company providing global solutions to the food industry. As a leading supplier of organic and non-GMO bulk and specialty oils, lecithin, and grains, we serve B2B customers in the natural and organic space, including food manufacturers, infant nutrition brands, and industrial processors. We are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients that support innovation and clean-label formulations.
Position Summary:
The Packaging and Indirect Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for packaging materials and indirect categories. This role ensures cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality, sustainability, and service levels. This position leads supplier negotiations, manages vendor relationships, and collaborates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage supplier relationships with a focus on performance, risk management, and innovation
- Negotiate terms, contracts, and service-level agreements with vendors
- Track procurement KPIs and report on savings, service levels, and contract compliance
- Support cross-functional initiatives including sustainability, quality improvement, and digital procurement tools
- Lead or support e-procurement implementation and automation projects
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for all primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging materials
- Manage supplier selection, performance, and negotiations for packaging vendors
- Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Operations, Co-Manufacturing and Sustainability on packaging innovation and sustainability initiatives
- Monitor packaging cost trends and drive cost optimization through value engineering and alternative sourcing
- Ensure supply continuity and inventory alignment with production needs
- Lead sourcing and contract management for indirect spend categories (e.g., MRO, IT, marketing, facilities, logistics)
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier consolidation
- Partner with business units to understand indirect procurement needs and ensure alignment with budgets and compliance
- Oversee procurement policies and ensure adherence to company standards
Required Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (Master's or MBA preferred)
- 5 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, with at least 2 years in packaging and/or indirect procurement
- Experience working in a manufacturing or CPG environment
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation
Skills and Competencies:
- Proficiency in procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Oracle, Ariba)
- Familiarity with packaging materials and manufacturing processes
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills
- Expertise in RFx processes, TCO analysis, and supplier performance management
- Contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- Excellent project management and organizational abilities
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Ability to influence internal stakeholders and drive change
- High integrity and commitment to ethical sourcing
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, CPM)
- Experience in sustainable packaging and ESG-focused procurement
- Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies
- Experience managing procurement in a global or multi-site environment
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Working Conditions:
- Office-based environment
- Willingness to travel (up to 10-20%) to suppliers or manufacturing sites
Food Safety Policy:
Adams Group is committed to producing and distributing high quality products through adherence to industry and regulatory standards. As an Adams Group employee, you will be trained on our food safety policies and will be held accountable to adhering to them. You will be encouraged and required to notify supervision about actual or potential food safety issues. Everyone at Adams is involved in delivering safe food - within your scope of work you will be empowered to act to resolve food safety issues.