Director of Procurement

Produce Careers•Miami, FL

4d•$150,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

A well-established Produce Importer/Distributor is searching for a Director of Procurement to join their team in Miami. The Director of Sourcing and Procurement must collaborate effectively, internally and with suppliers. Other responsibilities include developing effective negotiation strategies to enable success; and managing market complexity. This position also manages other procurement professionals within the department as well. Oversees both the Miami and LA locations. Provide day to day oversight and with a ‘hands on’ execution role. Effectively motivate and collaborate within the team. Ensure consistent and adequate follow-up with President on a regular basis. Other duties assigned as necessary; responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration required or related field or equivalent experience and education.
Minimum 6-10 years analytical, planning, procurement, supply chain or other relevant experience.
Excellent analytical skills.
Excellent knowledge of market analysis, sourcing category strategy, supplier relationship management and negotiations, supplier continuous improvement programs.
Knowledge of critical procurement legal requirements and contracting best practices.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual English / Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Employ strong knowledge of key industry players, competitors and market dynamics.
Effectively develop and lead complex sourcing strategies and manage suppliers and internal networks to deliver best in class performance.
Consistently deliver measurable and strategic goals to enable bottom-line and top-line company growth, and corporate social responsibility leadership.
Develop effective negotiation strategies to enable success.
Leverage effective business and professional relationships with strategic suppliers and industry players.
Professionally manage and measure suppliers for continuous performance and improvement.
Proficiently employ programs and project management tools and techniques.
Independently solve problems and make decisions for strategic execution and tactical issues within the relevant portfolio of projects and or processes.