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CareersInFood.com · 3 days ago

Senior Purchasing Manager

Vero Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Perricone Farms, in partnership with Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company, is seeking a Senior Purchasing Manager to lead the purchasing functions across the organization. This role involves developing procurement strategies, mentoring the purchasing team, and collaborating with various departments to align procurement with business goals.

Human ResourcesManufacturing

Hiring Manager

Andi Thornbury

Responsibilities

Develop and implement procurement strategies and KPI’s for our Florida operations that align with business goals

Lead, mentor, and train the purchasing team to ensure operational excellence

Establish clear goals for the team and provide cross-training to ensure clear lines of responsibility and accountability

Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors and suppliers

Establish purchasing policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance

Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities

Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and manage supplier performance

Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., manufacturing, finance, quality, logistics) to reconcile forecasted demand with optimal inventory levels

Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards in all procurement activities

Prepare and manage the department's budget, KPIs and track cost savings

Identify risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans

Qualification

Supply chain managementNegotiation skillsLeadership experienceAnalytical skillsContract managementPeople developmentExecutive presenceProcurement lawsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsProject managementInterpersonal skills

Required

Proven track record of leading teams of buyers, ideally within the food, beverage, perishables, or packaging sectors

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

Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in purchasing or supply chain management, including at least 3 years in a leadership role—preferably within the food and beverage or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong negotiation and contract management skills

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong leadership and people development skills

Excellent problem-solving and project management abilities

Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in procurement

Executive presence with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders