Procurement Manager; Hybrid - Los Angeles

Job Details

Job Location:

Los Angeles, CA 90038

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $100.00 - $130.00 Salary/year

Starco Brands (OTCQB: STCB) invents consumer products with behavior-changing technologies that spark excitement in the everyday. A modern-day invention factory to its core,Starco Brandsidentifieswhitespaces across consumer product categories. It draws upon a portfolio of innovative formulas and commercial manufacturing facilities spanning 8 product categories with limitless innovation potential. Visitwww.starcobrands.comfor more information.

The Procurement Manageris responsible for managing all purchasing activities for the company, including supplier sourcing, cost negotiation, and purchase order management. This role ensures thetimelyprocurement of raw materials, packaging, and other operational inputsrequiredto support production whileoptimizingcost, quality, and supplier performance.

This is a hands‑on individual contributor role responsible for executing procurement strategy,maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting operational continuity in a fast‑paced consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment.

• Manage the end‑to‑end purchasing process including purchase order creation, issuance, and tracking.
• Ensuretimelyprocurement of raw materials, packaging components, and other operational supplies.
• Works closely with the planning manager to convert material requisitions into purchase orders.
• Maintainaccuratepurchasing records and supplier documentation within company systems.

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to support cost, quality, and supply continuity goals.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers to ensure reliability and performance.
• Monitor supplier performance including pricing, quality, lead times, and service levels.

• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, payment terms, and contract conditions.
• Identify opportunities to reducecostof goods through sourcing strategy, supplier consolidation, and contract renegotiation.
• Support company margin improvement initiatives through effective cost management.

• Partner with operations, production, finance, andlogisticsteams to ensure procurement aligns with demand forecasts and operational needs.
• Provide visibility to leadership on supply risks, cost trends, and procurement performance.
• Support new product launches by sourcing new materials and suppliers as needed.

• Identify potential supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain backup suppliers or sourcing strategies where appropriate.
• Monitor market conditions that mayimpactmaterial availability or pricing.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5–8+ years of procurement,purchasing, or sourcing experience.
• Experience negotiating pricing and supplier contracts.
• Strong understanding of purchase order management and supplier coordination.
• Experience working with
  
  ERP Systems, preferably Net Suite.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG), food & beverage, manufacturing, or retail products.
• Experience sourcing raw materials and packaging components.

• 100% Employer Paid Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability benefits
• Wellness,Phone, and Internet allowances
• Professional Development/Education and Home Office allowances
• 401(k) and Employer Match
• Competitive salary
• Flexible PTO
• Flexible WFH hours (Hybrid Position)
• Employee Product Discounts
• And More!