Sr Manager, Procurement

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Procurement to join our team at our Los Angeles, CA location.

Core Accountabilities

• Lead and manage co-manufacturing bakery partnerships to ensure alignment on quality, cost, service, and production performance
• Drive co-manufacturer performance through KPI tracking, continuous improvement initiatives, and corrective action plans
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal cross-functional teams and external co-manufacturers to ensure clear communication and issue resolution
• Partner with R&D, Food Safety, Logistics, and Planning to resolve manufacturing challenges and mitigate operational risks
• Provide regular performance, risk, and mitigation updates in collaboration with the Planning team
• Maintain accurate co-manufacturer data including pricing, SKUs, payment terms, and contractual documentation
• Support annual budgeting, onboarding, and vendor setup for co-manufacturing partners

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Administration, Procurement, Food Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in co-manufacturing, food production, supply chain, or operations management
• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing operations, quality systems, and supply planning processes
• Proven ability to manage external vendor relationships and drive measurable performance improvements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and KPI management skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP or planning systems (e.g., SAP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within bakery manufacturing or frozen food environments
• Familiarity with food safety, regulatory, and compliance standards
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Experience supporting budgeting and financial planning activities