Conventional Milk Procurement Manager

Byrne, Inc.•Town of DeWitt, NY

12h•$88,000 - $116,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Milk Procurement Manager plays a key role in executing assigned farm tasks. This includes focusing on retaining current milk suppliers while sourcing new milk suppliers to support company growth.

Requirements

3+ years in managing business processes and programs.
3+ years of demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, solve problems collaboratively, and prepare reports and data analysis for internal teams and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with purchasing, demand planning, inventory management, or cost analysis; familiarity with regulatory compliance and quality standards in food, agriculture, or a related industry is a plus.
Preferred experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, or supplier operations in any industry, with ability to track and report on operational metrics and performance data.

Responsibilities

Build and expand the farm supplier network by developing genuine relationships with local dairy farms, understanding their operational needs and challenges, and identifying new dairy farm sources.
Actively retain existing with existing milk suppliers through consistent engagement, regular communication, and demonstrated commitment to farmer success, serving as the trusted advisor and primary contact for our supplier base.
Coordinate regular farm visits and maintain consistent communication with suppliers to understand production challenges and identify opportunities to support farm efficiency, animal welfare, and product quality improvements.
Partner with forecasting, procurement, and scheduling teams to ensure milk supply meets manufacturing and sales needs.
Partner with farm inspectors and regulatory officials to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, providing milk suppliers with resources and guidance to maintain and improve their operations.
Serve as a backup to the farm inspectors