Corporate Purchasing Manager

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Smithfield, VAtime type:
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**** A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.
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**** THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:
*** The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
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** Corporate Purchasing Manager
** at Smithfield Foods, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of packaging, ingredients, and other direct and indirect materials. In this role, you will oversee supplier relationships, ensure purchasing at the lowest total cost, and maintain high standards for quality, accuracy, and inventory control. You will monitor market trends, evaluate pricing, and implement checks and balances to reduce errors and support cost efficiency.

With a focus on on-time delivery and supplier performance, you will play a key role in maintaining a reliable and competitive supply base that supports Smithfield’s operational and strategic goals.
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* WHAT YOU’LL DO:

*** The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.*
* ** RFQ & RFP Management:
** Collect, analyze, and manage data for Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Requests for Proposal (RFP) to ensure competitive sourcing and cost-effective vendor selection.
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* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

** Direct and influence multi-functional departments to align on cost savings projects and support the tactical implementation of sourcing awards.
* ** Inventory Oversight:
** Recommend and manage vendor-controlled inventory levels while assessing aging and obsolete materials for review, disposition, and cost recovery.
* ** Vendor & Material Evaluation:
** Evaluate and approve vendors and materials to support new product innovation, ensuring compliance with quality, performance, and business requirements.
* ** Performance Management:
** Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), driving accountability and continuous improvement within the supply base.
* ** Value & Supply Chain Improvement:
** Identify and present value-driven and supply chain improvement initiatives, including cost savings, efficiency gains, and revenue enhancement opportunities.
* ** System & Item Management:
** Oversee new item setup and system management to ensure accurate data, proper integration, and smooth procurement processes.
* ** Pricing & Contract Administration:
** Manage pricing and contracts in coordination with Strategic Sourcing, ensuring compliance with negotiated terms and company policies.
* ** Policy & Procedure Compliance:
** Implement and enforce Purchasing Policies and Procedures, ensuring standardization, governance, and adherence to best practices across procurement operations.
* ** Leadership:
** Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.
** WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:
*** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.*
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* Education & Experience:

** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
* ** Leadership:
** Minimum 2+ years of experience in team management, staff development, or project leadership with demonstrated success driving…