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Smithfield Foods · 1 week ago

Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager - Marketing

Smithfield, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. They are seeking a Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing to lead enterprise-wide procurement strategies, drive supplier relationships, and enhance sourcing performance while overseeing a team and collaborating cross-functionally.

Food and BeverageHospitality

Responsibilities

Develop and execute procurement programs including sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor selection, and RFP management frameworks

Apply advanced negotiation principles to secure favorable terms, maximize leverage, and manage complex, business-critical supplier agreements

Define and oversee cost-saving targets; conduct spend analysis and lead execution of competitive RFI/RFP events and supplier negotiations

Identify sourcing value levers and drive continuous improvement in vendor service levels, technology adoption, and business alignment

Partner with internal business leaders to understand needs, identify consolidation opportunities, and leverage purchasing power across operations

Work closely with corporate, scheduling, operations, and plant teams to reduce material costs and ensure consistent quality and supply

Conduct regular evaluations of packaging vendors to ensure ongoing improvements in cost, service, and standardization

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

Qualification

Strategic Sourcing ExpertiseContract & Negotiation SkillsLeadership ExperienceSystems & Technical ProficiencyAnalytical & Communication SkillsSAP experience

Required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required

2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development, or project leadership

Progressive experience utilizing strategic sourcing techniques such as value stream management, lean concepts, and contract negotiation to drive cost savings and supplier performance

Proven ability to read, write, and negotiate complex contracts, with a strong understanding of sourcing frameworks and vendor engagement models

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to work well in fast-paced, cross-functional environments and communicate effectively at all levels

Willingness to travel up to 25% to manufacturing plants and vendor sites as needed