Job Title: Manager of Procurement – Meat Manufacturing
Position Summary
The Manager of Procurement is responsible for leading all sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management functions for a meat manufacturing operation. This role ensures a consistent, cost-effective, and high-quality supply of raw materials (livestock, primal cuts, ingredients), packaging, and indirect goods while maintaining compliance with food safety, regulatory, and animal welfare standards. The Manager will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize vendor relationships, and support operational efficiency across production, warehousing, and distribution.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with production demands, cost
targets, and company growth objectives
• Source and negotiate contracts for livestock, meat products, ingredients, packaging, and
indirect supplies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with ranchers, processors, distributors, and key
vendors
• Monitor market trends (commodity pricing, seasonality, supply chain risks) and adjust
purchasing strategies accordingly
• Ensure continuity of supply while minimizing cost volatility and shortages
• Oversee inventory planning in coordination with operations to balance freshness, yield,
and waste reduction
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives, including vendor consolidation, contract optimization,
and alternative sourcing
• Ensure all suppliers meet USDA, FDA, and food safety (HACCP, SQF/BRC)
requirements
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to approve and audit suppliers
• Implement and maintain procurement systems, reporting, and KPIs (cost savings,
supplier performance, fill rates)
• Manage and develop the procurement team, including buyers and planners
• Partner with finance on budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis
• Support sustainability and animal welfare sourcing initiatives where applicable
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 7–10+ years of procurement experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Direct experience in meat, food manufacturing, or perishable goods required
• Strong knowledge of protein markets, commodity purchasing, and yield management
• Experience negotiating large-scale supplier contracts
• Familiarity with food safety regulations (USDA, FDA, HACCP, SQF/BRC)
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and procurement analytics tools
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and decision-making skills
Key Competencies
• Strategic sourcing and cost management
• Supplier relationship management
• Risk mitigation and supply continuity planning
• Data-driven decision making
• Cross-functional collaboration (Operations, QA, Finance, Sales)
• Knowledge of cold chain and perishable inventory management
Work Environment
• Combination of office and plant environment
• Regular interaction with production floor and cold storage areas
• Occasional travel to supplier sites, farms, and processing facilities
Compensation & Benefits
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
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