Procurement Manager

Dainty USA is the newest expansion of Dainty Foods, a company with more than 140 years of experience delivering quality food products across North America. Backed by a legacy of innovation, manufacturing excellence, and customer partnership, Dainty USA supports the production of premium ready-to-heat meal solutions while leveraging the expertise, resources, and industry leadership of the broader Dainty organization. Through its growing manufacturing network, Dainty serves retail, foodservice, and industrial customers with high-quality rice, grains, pasta, legumes, and convenient meal solutions. Role Description The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing and procurement strategies that ensure the organization obtains high-quality goods and services at the best total value. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, monitors vendor performance, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support operational, financial, and business objectives. The Procurement Manager drives cost savings, supply continuity, quality improvements, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Key Responsibilities · Develop and implement procurement and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives. · Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service performance. · Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and service-level agreements with suppliers. · Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular performance reviews. · Ensure uninterrupted supply of materials, services, and equipment required for operations. · Analyze purchasing trends, market conditions, and supplier capabilities to identify cost-reduction opportunities. · Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing requirements in coordination with operations and production teams. · Lead competitive bidding processes, requests for proposals (RFPs), and supplier evaluations. · Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements. · Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery, pricing, or service. · Prepare and manage procurement budgets and spending reports. · Develop and maintain procurement metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs). · Support new product launches and operational initiatives through effective supplier management. · Lead, coach, and develop procurement team members where applicable. Qualifications Required · Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field. · Minimum of 5 years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience. · Minimum of 2 years of experience managing supplier negotiations and contracts. Preferred · 7+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment. · Professional certifications such as: CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) · Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms. · Experience leading procurement teams and strategic sourcing initiatives. Our Values At Dainty USA, our values guide everything we do. Customer First, Always Quality Without Compromise Entrepreneurial Spirit One Team, Many Voices Celebrate the Everyday Driven by Curiosity, Guided by Passion Dainty USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Supply chain: 5 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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