Senior Director of Procurement

Harlan Bakeries•Avon, IN

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About The Position

Overview The Senior Director of Procurement provides strategic leadership and direction for all company-wide sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management activities across multiple manufacturing sites. This role is responsible for developing and executing an enterprise procurement strategy that supports growth, profitability, and sustainability objectives in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. The Senior Director partners closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure that procurement aligns with operational goals, risk management, and long-term business strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required; Master's degree or MBA strongly preferred
12-15 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain leadership, with at least 7 years in a senior or corporate-level role within the food manufacturing industry
Demonstrated success managing procurement across multiple plants or business units
Experience in global sourcing, commodity management, and contract negotiation
Strong executive leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels
Expertise in category management, supplier governance, and strategic sourcing methodologies
Advanced understanding of food manufacturing operations, regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA, GFSI, SQF/BRC), and sustainability initiatives
High financial and analytical acumen with proven ability to deliver measurable cost savings and operational efficiencies
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent), procurement analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the corporate procurement strategy to achieve company-wide cost savings, quality assurance, and supply chain resiliency
Oversee centralized sourcing for raw materials, ingredients, packaging, indirect materials, and capital expenditures across all manufacturing locations
Drive standardization of procurement policies, processes, and systems to ensure consistency and efficiency enterprise-wide
Lead strategic initiatives focused on supplier innovation, cost optimization, and sustainable sourcing
Establish and maintain executive-level relationships with key global and domestic suppliers
Implement supplier segmentation, performance scorecards, and governance structures to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Develop and monitor risk management strategies for critical supply categories to ensure continuity of operations
Partner with Operations, R D, Quality, and Finance leadership to align procurement decisions with company goals for production, product innovation, and profitability
Serve as a key advisor to the Executive Team on market trends, commodity risks, and strategic sourcing opportunities
Support mergers, acquisitions, and new facility integrations from a procurement perspective
Lead, coach, and develop a geographically dispersed procurement team, ensuring a high-performance culture
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, food safety standards, and ethical sourcing practices
Drive corporate sustainability initiatives, including responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and supplier diversity
Oversee adherence to internal controls, policies, and audit standards across all procurement operations
Champion the use of data analytics, ERP/MRP systems, and digital procurement tools to improve visibility, efficiency, and decision-making
Oversee spend analysis, forecasting, and performance dashboards to provide actionable insights to senior leadership
Perform other required tasks as assigned.