Director of Procurement

Kalmbach Feeds IncUpper Sandusky, OH

About The Position

Are you a visionary supply chain leader who loves transforming complex logistics into seamless, strategic advantages? As our Director of Procurement, you won’t just manage purchasing—you will shape our procurement strategy, elevate supplier relationships, and optimize our entire supply chain for peak efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. In this senior leadership role, you will serve as the bridge between internal powerhouses, collaborating closely with Sales, Marketing, Nutrition, and Operations to drive our company’s growth. If you are passionate about architecting next-generation systems, mastering forecasting, and leading a high-performing team to excellence, we want you at the helm.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of optimizing procurement systems and processes.
  • Excel at contract negotiations, risk mitigation, and securing the best possible terms without compromising on quality.
  • Analytical, results-oriented thinker who is highly organized and disciplined.
  • Ability to learn, grow, and teach the procurement craft.
  • Effortlessly build trust with external suppliers.
  • Champion cross-functional internal alignment to get big initiatives across the finish line.

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute forward-thinking procurement strategies that directly support our business objectives and operational needs.
  • Overhaul and improve our procurement systems, tools, and processes to coordinate all functions—from PO processing to delivery arrangements—more effectively.
  • Monitor market trends, industry best practices, and regulatory changes to keep our supply chain agile and competitive.
  • Identify, secure, and nurture relationships with premier suppliers to guarantee competitive pricing, top-tier quality, and elite service.
  • Lead contract negotiations and supplier agreements to drive measurable cost savings and mitigate supply chain risks.
  • Manage the end-to-end purchasing lifecycle, including supplier selection, bid evaluations, price updates, and contract administration.
  • Develop and manage procurement budgets and precise forecasting to ensure maximum cost efficiency.
  • Implement sharp performance metrics and reporting tools to track procurement activities and supplier performance.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team that fosters a culture of excellence and continuous professional growth.
  • Champion compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical procurement practices.
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