Procurement Manager

Reports to: Director of Supply Chain Management

Status: Full Time
- Exempt
- Onsite

Jones Networking is recruiting for a Procurement Manager to join a food manufacturing facility in San Antonio, TX. Key responsibilities include leading the procurement team, procuring raw and perishable materials, managing stock levels and maintaining supplier relationships. In addition to competitive salary, our client also offers amazing benefits to include medical/dental/vision insurance, life & disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending account, generous PTO plan, corporate discounts, and much more.

• Source and purchase all materials related to manufacturing processes.
• Develop a clear understanding of the business and technical aspects of the Purchasing / Procurement function in order to lead the department to successfully and efficiently deliver products and services.
• Maintain procedures and guidelines for purchasing policies.
• Initiate cost reduction activities for major suppliers.
• Supervise purchasing employees; establish workload and evaluation of performance.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies which support the business objectives of the manufacturing processes.
• Provide leadership towards the resolution of all procurement related issues.
• Champion process improvements by being proactive and working with internal departments to meet company's objectives.
• Ensure compliance with government standards and regulations with respect to procurement guidelines.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance or a related field.
• CPM, CPPO, CPPB or SPSM certification preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in purchasing; solid financial analysis and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, internally and externally, with all levels of management.
• Experience and competency in MS Office and procurement ERP.
• Ability to work independently and as an energetic, caring, and self- driven team player.