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Catelli Brothers Family of Foods · 12 hours ago

Procurement Manager

Collingswood, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$137K/yr - $175K/yr

5+ years exp

Catelli Brothers Family of Foods is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement, logistics, and inventory management of meat products. The role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with import documentation, and supporting the sales team with market insights.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingWholesale

Hiring Manager

Deborah Feliciano

Responsibilities

Develop and execute purchasing forecasts by analyzing historical usage, sales promotions, and market trends

Collaborate with inventory controllers to maintain optimal stock levels by implementing minimum and maximum thresholds for imported products

Anticipate forward sales requirements to ensure seamless inventory availability and visibility of forward volume

Stay updated on market dynamics through platforms such as Urner Barry and other industry resources

Monitor developments in the meat industry, including logistics and market conditions in the U.S. and internationally

Represent Catelli Brothers at key industry conferences, including MICA, to build market insights and professional networks

Oversee import documentation to meet all compliance requirements for SQF audits

Stay ahead of documents expiring by working closely with Catelli QA

Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure timely updates of certifications and other critical documents

The candidate will be responsible for sourcing products from domestic packers, distributors, and, when necessary, other importers to ensure a reliable and competitive supply chain

Collaborate with Retail and Foodservice teams to provide accurate and timely supply chain insights

Generate and distribute weekly market reports summarizing lamb and beef import trends, supply challenges, and relevant market intelligence

Serve as a key liaison between purchasing and sales to align operational objectives

Develop and nurture long-term partnerships with suppliers in Australia, New Zealand, and South America

Work closely with suppliers to build out sustainable procurement programs and ensure clear, consistent communication on shipment forecasts

Ensure timely customs clearance of shipments and resolve any import challenges

Oversee and support the import documentation process, coordinating with relevant team members to ensure accuracy

Working with production team to communicate incoming arrivals so they can implement a production plan

Prepare and distribute essential paperwork (e.g., Certificates of Analysis, Health Certificates, rejection documents) to the plant prior to delivery

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementProcurementMarket AnalysisInventory ManagementInternational ProcurementExcel ProficiencyImport/Export RegulationsMultitasking SkillsSQF StandardsCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or procurement, in the meat industry required

Experience with inventory management systems and forecasting tools

Strong knowledge of import/export regulations, logistics, and compliance standards

Proficiency in market analysis tools and platforms (e.g., Urner Barry) and a solid understanding of industry trends

Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with a proven ability to manage complex documentation and timelines

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business goals

Strong communication and negotiation skills for effective collaboration with suppliers and internal teams

Familiarity with SQF standards and audit requirements is a significant advantage

High proficiency with Excel and ability to effectively interact with ERP system

Basic Reading, Writing and Math skills

Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Job requires workers to lift to 60 lbs. must be able to: step, climb, balance, squat, kneel, bend and reach above shoulders as needed

Work in a cold refrigerated environment