Protein Procurement Manager
Core
Lead protein sourcing, supplier management, and supply chain execution for a fresh dog food company.
Role type
Manager, Protein Procurement
Builds
Fresh dog food supply chain
Domain
Pet food / Food manufacturing
Required skills
Supplier contract negotiation, Supplier relationship management, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Cost forecasting, Root cause analysis, Cross-functional leadership, USDA/FDA compliance knowledge, Frozen food experience
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Google Docs
Responsibilities
Lead execution of protein raw material procurement strategy across all plants; Lead resolution of complex supply issues and build escalation frameworks; Manage supplier and co-manufacturer relationships including contract negotiation; Manage supplier KPI framework and lead corrective actions; Own material forecasting process; Lead new supplier sourcing and onboarding; Track and report on procurement budget.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC