Corporate Purchasing Manager

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

10h

About The Position

As a Corporate Purchasing Manager at Smithfield Foods, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of packaging, ingredients, and other direct and indirect materials. In this role, you will oversee supplier relationships, ensure purchasing at the lowest total cost, and maintain high standards for quality, accuracy, and inventory control. You will monitor market trends, evaluate pricing, and implement checks and balances to reduce errors and support cost efficiency. With a focus on on-time delivery and supplier performance, you will play a key role in maintaining a reliable and competitive supply base that supports Smithfield’s operational and strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 2+ years of experience in team management, staff development, or project leadership with demonstrated success driving results.
Ability to synthesize data from multiple resources to develop actionable insights and recommendations that support cost savings and supply chain improvements.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Proven negotiation experience to achieve favorable outcomes in pricing, contracts, and vendor relationships.
Demonstrated experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite, specifically advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to peers, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Team-oriented approach with the ability to build strong working relationships, foster collaboration, and contribute to a positive work environment.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certified or APICS certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

RFQ & RFP Management: Collect, analyze, and manage data for Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Requests for Proposal (RFP) to ensure competitive sourcing and cost-effective vendor selection.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Direct and influence multi-functional departments to align on cost savings projects and support the tactical implementation of sourcing awards.
Inventory Oversight: Recommend and manage vendor-controlled inventory levels while assessing aging and obsolete materials for review, disposition, and cost recovery.
Vendor & Material Evaluation: Evaluate and approve vendors and materials to support new product innovation, ensuring compliance with quality, performance, and business requirements.
Performance Management: Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), driving accountability and continuous improvement within the supply base.
Value & Supply Chain Improvement: Identify and present value-driven and supply chain improvement initiatives, including cost savings, efficiency gains, and revenue enhancement opportunities.
System & Item Management: Oversee new item setup and system management to ensure accurate data, proper integration, and smooth procurement processes.
Pricing & Contract Administration: Manage pricing and contracts in coordination with Strategic Sourcing, ensuring compliance with negotiated terms and company policies.
Policy & Procedure Compliance: Implement and enforce Purchasing Policies and Procedures, ensuring standardization, governance, and adherence to best practices across procurement operations.
Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.