Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
*** This position is Hybrid - 3 days in office and 2 days remote **
This position is responsible for the global, strategic sourcing process for the meat category reporting to the Director of Meat Procurement. Responsibilities include market and industry analysis, supplier research and review, category and supplier segmentation, sourcing events, bid analysis, negotiations, contracting, and implementation. These activities ensure optimal terms and conditions while delivering high levels of quality and service. The position also includes ongoing category management, supplier integration, supplier relationship management, risk management, contingency planning, market forecasting, financial planning, and budget setting.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develops category sourcing strategies including market, industry, and supply base analysis, supplier segmentation, sourcing activities, bid analysis, negotiations, contracting, and implementation.
Supports process improvements, volume concentration, price and cost optimization, and global sourcing initiatives where applicable.
Participates in sourcing and category management discussions and provides category and industry expertise.
Executes supply base design strategies aligned with company objectives.
Responsible for individual goal setting and achievement.
Supports and executes procurement and business unit strategies.
Develops and communicates category plans based on supply, industry, and business changes.
Ensures appropriate risk management, capacity planning, and contingency plans.
Participates in productivity, cash flow, and innovation projects.
Oversees supplier compliance programs, including Quality & Service, Food Safety, and Food Defense.
Sources and qualifies potential suppliers and products.
Manages supplier relationships, contracts, purchase orders, KPIs, scorecards, issue resolution, and business reviews.
Conducts supplier meetings and provides sourcing strategy recommendations.
Prepares budgets, market forecasts, and financial plans.
Creates and manages cost models for key suppliers.
Communicates market information, pricing, and strategy impacts to stakeholders.
Adheres to company and procurement policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
Three years of contracting experience.
Three years of meat industry experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
Three years of supply chain management experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Independent problem-solving and self-motivation.
Project management skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone.
Benefits
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Sigma provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Sigma complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair employment practices and equal employment opportunity when conducting recruiting and hiring, governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
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