Procurement Buyer

Summary

Join Chomps, the fastest-growing food brand in the U.S., as our Manager, Protein Procurement! You will manage sourcing, contracting, and purchasing protein raw materials, collaborating with various teams to ensure material demands are met. This role requires strategic sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing oversight. You'll be a key player in optimizing the quality, cost, and availability of our protein supply. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a dynamic and entrepreneurial team. Remote work with travel is included. Apply today!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Meat Science, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field
• 5-7 years of experience in buying and procurement in CPG Food industry
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP systems, NetSuite preferred
• Mastery of procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management
• Strong understanding of forecasting and inventory management
• Outstanding analytical skills with demonstrated success organizing, analyzing and accurately interpreting large amounts of data
• Outstanding communication (both verbal and written) and relationship management skills
• Ability to prioritize workload to deliver against key metrics and deadlines
• Ability to travel 30-40% of the time (on average once a month)

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute standard strategic sourcing efforts in protein categories through vendor direct negotiations with current suppliers, and identifying new potential vendors in protein requirements to support Chomps extraordinary growth
• Manage supplier relationships through utilizing supplier scorecards and formal quarterly business reviews to maximize quality and service while optimizing costs
• Collaborate with Sales and Planning to establish long term protein supply capacity, support business plans, and ultimately enable long-term growth
• Coordinate material flows and the introduction of new protein suppliers and USDA EST number locations, including the quality and regulatory requirements
• Support supplier quality approvals and documentation requests
• Lead costing and sourcing feasibility for innovation stage gates
• Develop and execute policies, contract templates, and responsible sourcing practices aligned with Chomps label claims and sustainability objectives
• Establish program to assess and make recommendations to manage risk across the protein supply base to ensure business continuity
• Oversee and approve purchase orders with suppliers, facilities, and co-manufacturers
• Assist in resolving supplier issues regarding PO/invoice discrepancies, returns, and quality
• Ensure and promote compliance to Company and procurement policies and procedures
• Proactively report and resolve material availability issues, add in WOS for proactive management
• Ensure visibility to Finance on any cost changes and provide impact analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Prior direct experience in protein or livestock sourcing within the meat industry

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K 6% match
• Monthly reimbursements for wellness and home office
• Ability to make an impact: Join a rapidly growing and entrepreneurial-spirited team at a pivotal point to positively impact the food industry
• Opportunities to grow: Advance within Chomps quickly based on outstanding performance
• Unlimited PTO and 11 paid holiday days. Hybrid & flexible remote schedule. Chicago office open to those in the area
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Bi-annual total team in-person activities
• Company-wide Continual Education budget
• An abundance of snacks: Enough meat sticks that if you wanted to eat your body weight in them you could (no judgment here)