What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Purchasing Manager position at Smithfield Foods?
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The Value You’ll Bring
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As a Corporate Purchasing Manager at Smithfield Foods, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of packaging, ingredients, and other direct and indirect materials. In this role, you will oversee supplier relationships, ensure purchasing at the lowest total cost, and maintain high standards for quality, accuracy, and inventory control. You will monitor market trends, evaluate pricing, and implement checks and balances to reduce errors and support cost efficiency. With a focus on on-time delivery and supplier performance, you will play a key role in maintaining a reliable and competitive supply base that supports Smithfield’s operational and strategic goals.
What You’ll Do
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now!
The Value You’ll Bring
The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
As a Corporate Purchasing Manager at Smithfield Foods, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of packaging, ingredients, and other direct and indirect materials. In this role, you will oversee supplier relationships, ensure purchasing at the lowest total cost, and maintain high standards for quality, accuracy, and inventory control. You will monitor market trends, evaluate pricing, and implement checks and balances to reduce errors and support cost efficiency. With a focus on on-time delivery and supplier performance, you will play a key role in maintaining a reliable and competitive supply base that supports Smithfield’s operational and strategic goals.
What You’ll Do
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
- RFQ & RFP Management: Collect, analyze, and manage data for Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Requests for Proposal (RFP) to ensure competitive sourcing and cost-effective vendor selection.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Direct and influence multi-functional departments to align on cost savings projects and support the tactical implementation of sourcing awards.
- Inventory Oversight: Recommend and manage vendor-controlled inventory levels while assessing aging and obsolete materials for review, disposition, and cost recovery.
- Vendor & Material Evaluation: Evaluate and approve vendors and materials to support new product innovation, ensuring compliance with quality, performance, and business requirements.
- Performance Management: Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), driving accountability and continuous improvement within the supply base.
- Value & Supply Chain Improvement: Identify and present value-driven and supply chain improvement initiatives, including cost savings, efficiency gains, and revenue enhancement opportunities.
- System & Item Management: Oversee new item setup and system management to ensure accurate data, proper integration, and smooth procurement processes.
- Pricing & Contract Administration: Manage pricing and contracts in coordination with Strategic Sourcing, ensuring compliance with negotiated terms and company policies.
- Policy & Procedure Compliance: Implement and enforce Purchasing Policies and Procedures, ensuring standardization, governance, and adherence to best practices across procurement operations.
- Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Leadership: Minimum 2 years of experience in team management, staff development, or project leadership with demonstrated success driving results.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to synthesize data from multiple resources to develop actionable insights and recommendations that support cost savings and supply chain improvements.
- Problem-Solving & Resilience: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
- Negotiation Skills: Proven negotiation experience to achieve favorable outcomes in pricing, contracts, and vendor relationships.
- Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite, specifically advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to peers, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Team-oriented approach with the ability to build strong working relationships, foster collaboration, and contribute to a positive work environment.
- Travel Requirement: Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
- CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certified or APICS certification, preferred.
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.