Procurement Manager – Food Warehouse

Overview

Position: Procurement Manager – Food Warehouse

Day Shift: 8am To 4pm*

Work Week: Monday - Fridays

The general purpose of the job is to lead procurement for City Line Food Distributor OpCo, manage procurement performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply, cost control, and quality goals are met. City Line is seeking a food service Procurement Manager with a strong focus on supplier relationships, inventory management, and data-driven decision making. We offer a competitive salary, bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits.

As the Procurement Manager you would be responsible for all aspects of product procurement for City Line Food Distributor OpCo, including managing procurement team performance as measured by fill rates, inventory levels, turns, dead and obsolete inventory, margin and cost of goods, SKU reduction or consolidation, and supplier credits. Serve as a liaison to the field for support on procurement issues.

Directly responsible for managing several team members. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

• Supplier Management
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  Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to secure favorable conditions. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Procurement Strategy Development
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  Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals. Analyze market trends and supplier performance to optimize purchasing decisions. Ensure procurement activities support business growth and cost-saving objectives.
• Inventory & Order Management
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  Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure product availability. Plan and manage purchased orders to prevent shortages or overstock. Ensure timely delivery of products from suppliers.
• Cost Control & Budgeting
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  Manage procurement budgets and optimize spending. Identify cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality. Track and report on procurement expenditures and savings.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance
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  Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, food safety and quality standards. Manage documentation related to procure and supplier compliance.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
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  Work closely with operations, logistics, sales, and finance departments to align procurement with business needs. Communicate procurement plans and updates to internal stakeholders.
• Data Analyst & Reporting
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  Use procurement software and tools to track purchase data, supplier performance, and market conditions. Prepare regular reports and analysis for senior management.
• Risk Management
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  Identify risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans. Manage supplier disruptions and find alternative sourcing solutions as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent procurement experience
• Minimum 10 years relevant experience
• Excellent knowledge of statistics, data analysis, computing, and strong math skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Office, and Outlook
• Strong analytical skills
• Food product knowledge is very helpful
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle sole responsibility for product lines with 100% accuracy and commitment to customer service
• Ability to interact with colleagues and suppliers professionally with a quick response time
• Ability to work under pressure

• Medical
• Vision
• Free Life Insurance Coverage
• Weekly Pay Checks
• Direct Deposit
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Days
• Vacation Days
• Employee Referral Bonus $500
• 401(k) Company Match 50%
• Automatic Enrollment
• Short Term Disability Plan - Eligible 1 Year of Employment