Procurement Program Manager

The Wonderful Company • Los Angeles, CA

5h • $100,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Wonderful Company is committed to offering high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, and POM Wonderful. We’re looking to make the world a healthier place through an uncompromising commitment to the well-being of our employees and their families. We foster a collaborative workforce that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and openness to change. The Procurement Program Manager will spearhead the planning, preparation, & execution of steering committee meetings. Bringing together the heads of procurement from each business unit, these steering committee meetings are the primary means by which initiatives and priorities are determined, updates are shared, and opportunities are discussed for the entire procurement organization. As the driving force behind these meetings, you’ll develop your executive communication skills and build relationships across the enterprise while helping determine the long-term direction of the procurement initiative. You’ll also collaborate on challenging and wide-ranging projects with the opportunity to own, lead, and drive lasting business improvements. You will expand your knowledge by solving complex business problems, creating strategies for change, and winning buy-in to successfully impact the company while receiving engaged support & mentorship from the team. This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a highly visible, facilitation-heavy, and strategy-oriented role
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
• Significant experience / comfort with presenting to large groups and senior leadership
• Strong sourcing and vendor management skills, including negotiations, contracting, and collaborative problem-solving
• Experience gaining buy-in for and managing execution of complex cross-functional projects
• Ability to quickly build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Desire to foster connections across teams and groups
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint)
• Flexibility for occasional travel (<10%)
• BA/BS in business or similar field

Nice To Haves

• Sourcing or Food/CPG experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, preparation, and execution of steering committee meetings with the CFO and procurement senior leadership from the business unit teams
• Drive goal setting, planning, and other strategic projects in support of the steering committee and procurement leadership
• Spearhead large scale, enterprise-wide strategic initiatives to drive transformational change within procurement (including selecting / implementing new systems and identifying / implementing best practices)
• Prepare presentations for owners and senior leadership summarizing the impact of procurement’s efforts and outlining our plans
• Foster connections across teams / functions by planning events, coordinating conversations, and encouraging communication across groups
• Execute cross-business unit cost savings projects for key categories and vendors ($1M+ in spend)
• Lead and execute supplier communication and contract negotiation to secure favorable terms, drive cost savings, and ensure internal stakeholder requirements are met
• Proactively generate ideas for potential projects by soliciting ideas from team members, researching best practices, reviewing vendor offerings, and using data to forecast potential impact
• Lead cross-functional and cross-unit projects focused on improving processes, creating policies, & implementing tools to increase efficiency and efficacy of procurement
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate training sessions including 40+ attendees to build capabilities of procurement personnel and share learnings from projects
• Contribute and lead continuous improvement projects in the enterprise’s spirit of question everything

Benefits

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 24/7 online physician consultations virtual mental health resources life coaching engaging employee community groups cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements library of on-demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world.
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager