Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

About Monogram Foods
A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.

Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change. 

Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient
At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate. 

We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members. 

So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.

About The Role:

The Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing, supports the procurement and sourcing of protein-raw materials and packaging to meet plant production needs. This role ensures timely, cost-effective purchasing, maintains supplier relationships, and assists in identifying cost-saving opportunities.

This position is hands-on with buying and sourcing tasks, serves as a key contributor to the sourcing function. This role does not have direct reports and executes sourcing plans and initiatives defined by the Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute purchase orders to secure raw materials and packaging for production schedules.
• Review forecasts and inventory levels to determine procurement requirements.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, track shipments, and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data in ERP and related systems.
• Support the Director in supplier performance tracking, cost analysis, and reporting.
• Provide sourcing information, market research, and vendor options to assist with negotiations.

• Collaborate with Operations and Production teams to ensure on-time material availability.
• Assist in implementing process improvements related to buying and inventory management.
• Support sourcing needs for new product launches as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Completion of some college coursework in Business or a related field required.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Two or more years of experience in procurement, sourcing or buying, preferably in manufacturing or food industry environment.

Competencies and Skills:

• Understanding of sourcing and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of suppliers and materials in the food/protein industry.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Solid communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative, proactive, and solution oriented.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a computer.
• Ability to move about the facility regularly, including lifting up to 50 lbs., as well as bending, standing, and walking.
• Visual and hearing acuity required.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.