Procurement Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute strategic sourcing activities for direct material spend to reduce costs and ensure supply for production
• Negotiate competitive pricing and establish corporate contracts to optimize the supplier base
• Develop and implement long-term category strategies through marketplace analysis
• Act as the primary point of contact for material change management and vendor transitions
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Manufacturing, Marketing, R&D, and IT to support new product launches
• Provide leadership and development to co-workers and manage day-to-day supplier and SKU activities
• Drive compliance with established corporate agreements and sourcing programs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Logistics, or a related field
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence business decisions
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills
• High results-orientation and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-7 years of purchasing or procurement experience
• Experience with SAP
• Previous leadership or management experience
• MBA degree

About the Company

The Marzetti Company, a subsidiary of Lancaster Colony Corporation, is a leading manufacturer and marketer of specialty food products for retail and foodservice markets. Our diverse portfolio includes well-known brands such as Marzetti®, New York Bakery™, and Sister Schubert’s®, as well as licensing partnerships with major restaurant chains. Our mission is to be "The Better Food Company" by focusing on better people, better products, and a better corporate culture.