Manager, Ingredients Purchasing

As a family of brands, it is Our Home's ethos to create and provide delicious, wholesome snacks to communities throughout the U.S. at a great value. We strive to create snacks that offer nourishment and a warm and welcoming sense of familiarity. Our Home is not just the house we live in, but the communities of which we are a part. Our Home gets the best snacks into hands, homes, and communities around the country so that we can flourish together.

We believe that a unified culture and shared values are essential to our success. At Our Home...

We have Growth Mindsets: We grow ourselves, our teams, and our company, both personally and professionally.

We embrace Integrity & Accountability: We do what we say we are going to do, and take ownership of our actions.

We Push the Boundaries: We challenge the status quo, and are creative problem solvers who win where others don't.

We believe that we are Stronger Together: Collaboration is at the center of what we do. We win and lose together.

Our Home makes snacks for everyone and will continue to be known for flavorful snacks with better ingredients that satisfy every occasion and craving. We deliver this through our portfolio of household favorite snack brands, including Pop Secret, From The Ground Up, Food Should Taste Good, Popchips, RW Garcia, Good Health, Parm Crisps, Sonoma Creamery, and You Need This. Our Home is one of the fastest growing Better For You food brands in the country and this explosive growth requires great people with a passion for better-for-you snacks. 

As the Manager of Ingredients Purchasing at Our Home, you will lead and oversee the procurement of ingredients to support our organization's manufacturing and production operations. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of sourcing, negotiating, and contracting suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of ingredients such as seasonings, specialty ingredients and pellets. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies for ingredients, aligning them with overall business objectives and cost target. 

• Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, conducting due diligence, and negotiating contracts. 

• Managing supplier relationships, resolving issues, and monitoring supplier performance to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of materials. 

• Analyzing market trends, ingredient prices, and supply chain factors to optimize procurement decisions and mitigate price volatility and supply risks. 

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as production, logistics, and finance, to align procurement strategies with production schedules and inventory targets. 

• Monitoring and managing inventory levels to optimize working capital and minimize stockouts or excess inventory. 

• Implementing and maintaining procurement systems and processes to enhance efficiency, visibility, and compliance. 

• Staying updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory requirements related to ingredient purchasing. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in ingredients purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing or consumer goods environment. 

• In-depth knowledge of ingredients markets, pricing trends, and supply chain dynamics 

• Proven track record of successfully negotiating and managing supplier contracts 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed purchasing decisions based on market insights and data 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers 

• Strong organizational and project management skills 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines 

• Travel required: up to 20%. 

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

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