Director of Purchasing in Spices & Vegetables

Join Griffith Foods as the Director of Purchasing for Spices & Vegetables, leading strategic operations in a hybrid role. Enhance supplier relations and champion cost optimization initiatives across North America.

This pivotal role on the Canada Leadership Team oversees $75MM in supplier expenditures, focusing on sustainable sourcing and supply chain continuity. You will craft and implement sourcing strategies while mentoring a team of three professionals, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational goals. Your analytical and interpersonal skills will be crucial for navigating market changes and supplier challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement sourcing strategies for the category

• Manage supplier negotiations and establish partnerships

• Develop risk mitigation strategies for procurement stability

• Collaborate with R&D and commercial teams for project support

• Lead performance management for purchasing team members

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline

• 10+ years in sourcing, purchasing, or relevant supply chain roles

• 5+ years in a leadership capacity

• Record of successful category strategy development

• Commitment to work hybrid in Scarborough, ON

Use your leadership and strategic skills to drive success in the Spices & Vegetables purchasing department at Griffith Foods.
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