Procurement Manager - Proteins

Reporting to the Director of Procurement You'll build a category strategy for Protein or services following approved buying programs using the established procurement policy at a competitive price. You'll provide internal customers with sourcing strategies, a world-class supply base, guide cost savings and maintain the level of service provided to the corporation.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Lead and Manage categories as assigned.
+ Jointly plan and implement sourcing strategies in the assigned categories in collaboration with functions across the Enterprise.
+ Establish strategic relationships with the supply base, to deliver cost savings opportunities across the business.
+ Negotiate, contract, and implement preferred supplier agreements.
+ Lead cross functional teams in sourcing initiatives.
+ Research market dynamics, cost drivers, supplier business models, and historical spend to enhance future negotiations for assigned categories.
+ Provide clear p...