Director, Procurement (Foodservice Distribution) (1137584)

About the role

We’re searching for a proven procurement leader from the foodservice distribution industry to take ownership of purchasing, supplier performance, and inventory health for a high-volume, fast-moving operation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all buying, supplier service, shrink, and obsolete inventory
• Lead and develop a team of 8-10 Buyers
• Own the KPIs that define customer experience: Service + Fill Rate
• Build a standardized category management platform
• Strengthen supplier partnerships and drive accountability
• Improve forecasting, purchasing discipline, and inbound reliability
• Integrate procurement strategy with operations, finance, and sales
• Implement policies, processes, and systems that elevate performance
• Reduce waste, improve turns, and protect margin

Requirements

• 8+ years in procurement/purchasing within the foodservice distribution industry required
• 3+ years in a people leadership role (Can be a Manager or Director)
• Deep knowledge of integrated procurement + inventory systems
• Proven success in improving service, fill rate, shrink, and obsolete inventory
• High School Diploma required (Associate/Bachelor’s preferred)
• CPP certification highly desired

Qualifications

Location: Sumter, SC — a growing region with an excellent quality of life

Skills

Highly desirable: CPP certification

Benefits

Top Fortune 500 benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Excellent matching 401(k)
• Robust insurance and wellness programs

Pay

Earn up to $195,000 total compensation (salary + bonus)

Schedule

N/A