Procurement Digital Sourcing Associate Manager

Hormel Foods•Austin, MN

20h•$78,000 - $109,300

About The Position

About Hormel Foods — Inspired People. Inspired Food. ™ Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters ® , Skippy ® , SPAM ® , Hormel ® Natural Choice ® , Applegate ® , Wholly ® , Hormel ® Black Label ® , Columbus ® , Jennie-O ® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food. ™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com . Shape the Future of Procurement at Hormel! Are you ready to redefine how procurement operates for the next decade? Join Hormel’s One Procurement Center of Excellence (COE) as a Digital Sourcing Manager —a pivotal role driving innovation, efficiency, and strategic impact across our global organization. This mid-level position offers broad exposure to cross-functional teams , giving you unmatched development opportunities. You’ll lead the charge in leveraging technology, data, and best practices to deliver cost savings, business continuity, and sourcing excellence . If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex challenges, and have a digital-first mindset , this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field (Master’s or certifications like CSCP/CPSM preferred).
Experience: 2–4 years in procurement, ideally within Food & Beverage, CPG, or Manufacturing.
Skills: Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Strong Excel skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Proficiency in Coupa or similar RFx sourcing software (Oracle a plus)
Mindset: Adaptable, curious, and ready to challenge the status quo.
Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or certifications like CSCP/CPSM preferred

Responsibilities

Innovate: Be a key player in the sourcing function within the Procurement COE, driving complex market exercises and strategic category initiatives.
Innovate Strategic Sourcing: Partner with the sourcing function within the Procurement COE, driving complex market exercises and strategic category initiatives.
Sourcing Expert: Own a specific category to drive results.
Be a Digital Champion: Own and define the digital strategy, including Coupa CSO e-Sourcing Platform, AI and data analytics. Provide technical expertise to the One Procurement team.
Unlock Value Through Data: Use analytics and KPIs to identify opportunities, risks, optimize procurement performance, and uncover savings critical to the business.
Collaborate & Influence: Partner with Category Managers and internal stakeholders to ensure flawless execution and adoption of e-Sourcing best practices.
Drive Process Excellence: Continuously improve procurement processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
Educate & Empower: Deliver strategic training on eAuction theory and “go-to-market” best practices.