Associate Direct Materials Sourcing Manager - Beverage Manufacturing
Constellation BrandsConstellation Brands is seeking an Associate Direct Materials Manager to support procurement strategies for materials used across its beverage manufacturing operations. In this role, you'll help source and manage suppliers, negotiate contracts, monitor costs and market conditions, and partner with manufacturing, planning, quality, and finance teams to ensure reliable supply. You'll analyze supplie
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r performance, identify cost-saving and process-improvement opportunities, and support responsible sourcing practices. Join a collaborative, performance-driven team behind iconic beer, wine, and spirits brands, where innovation, continuous learning, inclusion, and entrepreneurial thinking are valued. Bring strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills to help deliver quality materials and meaningful business impact.
Responsibilities
• Support sourcing strategies for direct materials used in beverage manufacturing.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships and performance.
• Assist with supplier negotiations, contracts, and procurement agreements.
• Monitor material costs, market conditions, and supply risks.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost savings and process improvements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, planning, quality, and finance teams to maintain reliable material supply.
• Support inventory planning, demand forecasting, and responsible sourcing initiatives.
Required Skills
• Direct materials sourcing
• Strategic procurement
• Supplier relationship management
• Contract negotiation
• Cost analysis and cost reduction
• Supply chain planning
• Inventory management
• Demand forecasting
• ERP and procurement systems
• Cross-functional collaboration