Procurement & Formulations Specialist

Role Description The Procurement & Formulations Specialist is a dual-remit, hands-on individual-contributor role. This position sits at the vital intersection of supply chain efficiency and product quality—owning raw material procurement, sourcing, inventory management, and logistics, while providing technical support in formulation and product optimization. Reporting to the Head of Nutrition & Technical Services , you will collaborate closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Technical, and Commercial teams to drive products from sourcing through production and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Procurement, Sourcing & Commodity Management: Lead raw material and feed ingredient procurement, including supplier selection, contract negotiations, purchase orders, and ongoing supplier relationship management. Monitor market trends and manage commodity price risks to protect margins while maintaining supply chain resilience. Evaluate specialty feed ingredients and manage an approved-supplier program in coordination with Quality and Regulatory. Inventory & Logistics Management: Oversee ingredient inventory planning, lead times, reorder points, and inbound/outbound logistics with carriers and manufacturing sites. Identify and implement process improvements in warehousing and inventory to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Formulation & Technical Support: Support the Head of Nutrition & Technical Services in developing and optimizing animal nutrition formulations using least-cost formulation software and ingredient nutrient matrices. Assist with recipe maintenance, master data, ERP system updates, and custom product designs based on field requirements. Ensure formulations comply with nutrient specifications, label claims, and regulatory standards. Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all sourcing and formulation activities comply with FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM), AAFCO model regulations, and FSMA Preventive Controls for Animal Food (21 CFR 507 / cGMP). Assist with state feed registrations, product labelling, raw-material analysis opinions, and monthly performance reporting. Qualifications & Requirements Required: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Food Science, Agriculture, or a related field. Technical Experience: Several years of hands-on experience in feed/supplement formulation using least-cost formulation software and nutrient databases. Procurement Experience: Proven background in sourcing, supplier management, or commodity procurement (preferably within feed ingredients or agricultural commodities). Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of US animal feed regulations (FDA CVM, AAFCO, FSMA/cGMP) and feed labelling requirements. Systems & Tools: Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills required). Autonomy: Ability to manage end-to-end deliverables independently while remaining highly collaborative. Preferred: Master’s degree or specialization in Animal Nutrition, or board certification (e.g., ARPAS / PAS). Direct experience with ruminant nutrition, mineral supplementation, or low-moisture block products. Advanced experience in commodity risk management or contract negotiation. Key Competencies & Personal Attributes: High attention to detail with an analytical, data-driven mindset. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance nutritional efficiency with product margins. Excellent cross-functional communication and relationship-building skills. Proactive problem-solver with a strong commitment to health and feed safety. Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: Remote

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