Job Description
The Supply Chain Procurement Operations Specialist provides strategic, tactical, and operational leadership across procurement, inbound transportation, and materials management to support business growth, commercialization, and supply continuity.
This role drives supplier strategy, cost optimization, service performance, digital enablement, and risk mitigation while ensuring solid governance, financial discipline, and cross-functional alignment.
The manager partners closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, Finance, Commercial, and Executive leadership to deliver end-to-end supply solutions that create measurable enterprise value. Must be able to work ONSITE 4 days a week: Friday remote. Qualifications:
- Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
- Experience 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Materials Management, and/or Transportation
- Proven experience leading teams within a consumer packaged goods, manufacturing, or similar environment
- Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, category strategy development, and cost optimization
- Experience managing large spend portfolios and complex supplier networks
- Deep knowledge of procurement, materials management, and transportation operations
- Advanced financial acumen
- Expertise in SAP and procurement/supply chain systems
- Excellent executive‑level communication and stakeholder influencing skills
- High ethical standards and governance mindset
salary: $30 - $30.3 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors
Responsibilities
Core Accountabilities OWN Procurement Strategy & Execution - Develop and execute category strategies across raw materials, packaging, and indirect spend. Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and long-term supplier relationship management.
- Drive cost optimization, productivity, and value creation initiatives. Manage large spend portfolios with clear financial accountability. Supply Continuity & Materials Governance Establish inventory targets and performance metrics.
- Govern material start-ups, replenishment, run-outs, and obsolescence mitigation.
- Oversee liability management, inventory exposure, and write-off processes in partnership with Finance. Ensure continuity of supply during launches, transitions, and demand variability.
Transportation & Inbound Logistics - Define and lead inbound transportation strategies supporting manufacturing and distribution.
- Identify and mitigate logistics risks related to supplier transitions and demand shifts.
- Digital & Automation Strategy Identify and implement digital procurement capabilities (e-sourcing, automation workflows, analytics dashboards).
- Drive automation of manual procurement and materials processes to improve efficiency and visibility.
- Leverage SAP and supply chain systems to enhance data transparency, performance tracking, and decision-making. Champion digital tools that support supplier collaboration, predictive risk monitoring, and working capital optimization.
Skills
- Supply Chain
- Procurement
- Materials Management
- SAP
- Category Strategies
- Purchasing/Procurement
Qualifications
- Years of experience: 3 years
- Experience level: Experienced
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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