Sourcing Manager

Company: Rise Baking Company
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: November 19, 2024

Job Description:

Job Purpose Lead and develop strategic sourcing activities including negotiations, contract and project management, spend analysis, sourcing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Functions

• Lead the development, implementation and alignment of sourcing strategies and supplier capabilities for select commodity-based raw materials to achieve business objectives
• Research and negotiate best price, quality, and service for select commodity-based raw materials utilized throughout the company
• Establish commodity risk mitigation strategies to minimize any concerns with materials, delivery, or supplier relationships
• Demonstrate full knowledge and serve as a leader for select commodity-based raw materials; establish both short and long-term commodity strategies
• Oversee the development and execution of contracts and agreements with suppliers; effectively negotiate with suppliers and coach others to do the same
• Set and deliver budgeted plans for all select commodity-based raw materials
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and establish sources for new technologies and new markets dictated by business requirements; compile and maintain commodity and industry strategies
• Negotiate and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers, such as volume-based discounts, better payment terms, lead time improvements, etc.
• Establish standard operating procedures for purchasing; monitor effectiveness of procedures, revise and improve purchasing processes
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual agreements
• Assist with other supply chain analysis and initiatives as required
• Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)
  • Bachelor's degree in purchasing, supply chain, business or materials management and/or 7 equivalent years of experience
  • 5+ years of experience in sourcing/supply chain/operational leadership pertaining to commodity-based raw materials
  • Strong leadership capability
  • Food manufacturing experience and familiarity with regulatory requirements associated with food products preferred
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel; experience with ERP Systems (Microsoft Great Plains, SAP desired)
  • Experience with manufacturing modules including MRP, MPS, and WMS
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate with multi-level personnel as well as suppliers, customers, and their representatives
  • Ability to work cross-functionally, convey complex issues, and maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to think quickly and handle frequent change
  • Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervisionMON123RISE123
    
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