Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager-MRO

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for MRO supplies and indirect services, leveraging market intelligence, sustainability initiatives, and supplier analytics.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contracting processes using structured approaches (RFPs, negotiation tactics, cost analysis) to achieve cost savings and mitigate risk.
• Monitor MRO market trends, service cost drivers, and regulatory changes to inform sourcing decisions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Facilities, and Finance to ensure compliance with safety, quality standards, and service-level agreements.
• Manage supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards, including delivery reliability, compliance, sustainability, and innovation opportunities.
• Optimize supply chain lead times and inventory planning for MRO materials to support operational continuity while minimizing waste and excess inventory.
• Develop category plans aligned with business strategy to deliver competitive advantages and support cost optimization in MRO and service sourcing.
• Provide insight-based analysis of organizational needs and supplier markets to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate risk.
• Support S&OP and budgeting processes by providing procurement cost inputs, delivery timelines, and risk assessments for MRO and services.
• Maintain accurate reporting and documentation for sourcing activities, supplier management, and compliance, including approved supplier lists and supply base consolidation.
• Ensure compliance with pricing, master data, and invoice accuracy; manage vendor claims and resolve price variances for MRO and service purchases.
• Build strategic supplier relationships that enhance reliability, sustainability, and long-term value for MRO and service sourcing programs.
• Collaborate with production and supporting departments to ensure the food safety and quality of our products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• +5 years of experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Overall knowledge and understanding and impacts of procurement strategy and execution to broader business.

Skills

• Vendor Management
• Contracts Management & Administration
• Demand Forecasting
• Inventory Management
• Negotiation
• Procurement
• Supplier Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Economic Research
• Strategic Sourcing
• Strategic Thinking
• Business Acumen
• Strong Communication Skills
• Collaborative
• Emotional Intelligence
• Adaptable
• Teamwork
• Integrity
• Operational Excellence

Benefits

• Requires prolonged sitting and continuous use of computer.
• May lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 10 lbs.
• Current expectation is to be in the office a minimum of 4 days per week.
• May require occasional travel to vendors, external shows, production sites, etc.