Smithfield Foods · 9 hours ago
Manager, Strategic Sourcing - MRO
Smithfield, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSmithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. They are seeking a Manager, Strategic Sourcing - MRO to lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations categories, focusing on cost savings and supplier management. The role involves negotiating contracts, building strategic partnerships, and optimizing procurement processes to drive operational excellence.
Food and BeverageHospitality
Responsibilities
Lead Sourcing Strategy Development: Design and implement procurement programs for MRO categories, including vendor evaluation, RFP ownership, and contract negotiation frameworks
Negotiate High-Impact Agreements: Apply expert-level negotiation techniques to secure favorable terms, maximize leverage, and lead complex supplier discussions
Drive Cost Reduction Initiatives: Set cost-saving targets, analyze spend, identify sourcing levers, and lead execution of RFIs/RFPs and supplier negotiations
Enhance Supplier Performance: Promote continuous improvement in service levels, adoption of new technologies, and alignment with business goals
Partner with Key Stakeholders: Engage business leaders, operations, and plant teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and optimize procurement practices
Maximize Purchasing Power: Ensure the company leverages its scale by reviewing purchasing agreements regularly and consolidating material SKUs where possible
Strengthen Vendor Relationships: Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, setting expectations for ongoing cost, service, and innovation improvements
Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management, development, or project leadership is required
Minimum of 5+ years' experience in sourcing, required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal capabilities
Strong working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP
Proven ability to analyze, make decisions, and solve problems effectively in a fast-paced setting
Office-based role with potential travel up to 20% of the time
Collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented mindset with the ability to build strong working relationships and contribute to a positive work culture
Benefits
Relocation Package Available
Company
Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$454.11M2025-09-04Post Ipo Secondary· $454.11M
2025-01-28IPO
2013-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Shane Smith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Allyson Bouldon
Vice President, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer
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