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Smithfield Foods · 5 days ago

Director, Strategic Sourcing

Smithfield, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. The Director of Strategic Sourcing will lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies, manage a substantial vendor portfolio, and drive value and operational efficiency while developing a high-performing sourcing organization.

Food and BeverageHospitality

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee enterprise procurement programs, including purchasing, contract negotiation, vendor selection, and RFx processes using structured evaluation frameworks

Apply advanced negotiation strategies to secure favorable commercial outcomes, maximize leverage, and manage complex, high-value agreements across spend categories

Establish and manage cost reduction and value-creation goals, driving initiatives across multiple spend areas to improve financial performance

Actively manage supply, operational, and commercial risks while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements

Lead continuous improvement efforts to improve vendor service levels, performance, innovation adoption, and alignment with business objectives

Collaborate with business leaders and functional stakeholders to understand needs, identify savings opportunities, and leverage enterprise purchasing power

Partner with operational, planning, and procurement teams to reduce costs while maintaining continuity, service reliability, and quality standards

Review and optimize purchasing arrangements to consolidate suppliers, streamline SKUs where applicable, and improve overall cost and service performance

Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching

Qualification

Strategic Sourcing ExpertiseContract ManagementLeadership ExperienceBusiness AcumenTechnical ProficiencyProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsSAP ExperienceCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business, food science, packaging, agri-business, economics, engineering, supply chain or related discipline and 10+ years' relevant experience in a multiple facility organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required

5+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development is required

Progressive experience utilizing strategic sourcing methodology and techniques such as value stream management, lean concepts, and contractual alternatives

Proven ability in contract reading, writing, negotiation, and execution with a track record of delivering results

Strong PC skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of Workday or other procurement tools is a plus

Strong project management skills to support cross-functional initiatives. Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving abilities

High-level written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative and team-oriented approach

Ability to navigate complex, unstructured business challenges with a solid understanding of operational planning and enterprise processes

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Up to 25% travel to manufacturing plants and vendor locations required

Demonstrated ability to be respectful, approachable, and supportive while fostering strong relationships and a positive work environment