Procurement and Sourcing Manager

Summary

Join CookUnity as a full-time Protein Sourcing Manager and take ownership of the protein buying strategy, aligning with company objectives and sourcing high-quality proteins. Manage the entire vendor lifecycle, from finding and onboarding new suppliers to maintaining relationships with current ones. Analyze and drive decision-making within the procurement department. Optimize protein procurement expenses without sacrificing quality. This hybrid role requires some in-office work in NY, LA, or CHI, but is primarily remote. Work with an accomplished Director and impact the overall quality and success of a fast-growing startup. The role involves developing a best-in-class protein supplier network, negotiating deals, evaluating vendors, and preparing cost-benefit analysis reports.

Requirements

• 7+ years of previous experience in a Supply Chain / Procurement / Protein Sourcing role
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or other related field
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Google Workspace / Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail and aptitude for numbers
• Deep knowledge of proteins, including meat, seafood, plant-based, and alternative proteins

Responsibilities

• Develop a best-in-class protein supplier network for one of the fastest-growing prepared meals services in the world
• Own the end-to-end process of identifying, vetting, and onboarding new protein suppliers across all categories (meat, seafood, plant-based, alternative proteins)
• Leverage our $100M+ buying power to negotiate and improve current and new deals for protein sourcing
• Evaluate protein vendors based on quality, price, and service levels across the USA
• Suggest and implement the best protein suppliers based on regional needs and company locations
• Prepare cost-benefit analysis reports for company review
• Generate monthly protein supply cost reports
• Coordinate with culinary and operational teams to ensure efficient protein handling processes
• Assist in developing a strategic protein sourcing plan for the company that aligns with corporate objectives
• Educate protein vendors about company guidelines, policies, and procedures to ensure smooth procurement operations

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA not required but valued
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and Tableau is a plus
• English is our main language, but a secondary language (especially Spanish) is valued

Benefits

• Health Insurance coverage
• 401k Plan
• PTO policy and paid sick days
• 5- year Sabbatical: After 5 years with CookUnity, you get a 4-week paid sabbatical
• Family leave: Paid time leave
• Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arises
• A generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals, added to your account, monthly
• Wellness perks: access to a nutritional coach and fitness subsidies to build a healthy lifestyle
• Personalized Spanish coach
• Awesome opportunity to join a company that is looking to change how we eat and how chefs work!