Sr Procurement Specialist- Ingredients

CONAGRA•Omaha, NE

1d•$82,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Procurement, you will manage the purchasing of ingredients with a focus on texturants and components, balancing price, quality, logistics, reliability, and supply continuity. You will lead sourcing strategy development, supplier management, contract execution, and data stewardship while partnering cross-functionally to identify value opportunities, improve processes, and maintain strong supplier relationships that support business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; professional certification preferred
5 or more years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, supply chain, commodity management, or finance
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Strategic mindset with strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of market economics, cost structures, and value analysis to support data-driven sourcing decisions
Experience negotiating commercial terms and supporting contract development and execution
Proficiency in Excel; experience with SAP and Power BI preferred
Proven ability to build and maintain strong supplier and cross-functional relationships
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

professional certification preferred
experience with SAP and Power BI preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing and category strategies for assigned ingredient spend in alignment with approved procurement programs
Plan and organize activities related to managed categories, ensuring alignment with business priorities and supply strategies
Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, pricing, and specification compliance
Oversee end-to-end procurement activities from intent to purchase through delivery of materials
Lead negotiations for complex materials and services, driving favorable commercial outcomes
Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, service, innovation, and cost competitiveness
Resolve supply, pricing, contract, and supplier performance issues with urgency and sound judgment
Partner with internal stakeholders to identify cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation opportunities
Maintain accurate master data and provide transactional and reporting support as needed
Support and champion change management initiatives, including integrating demand-driven principles within procurement
Review and resolve vendor claims and ensure compliance with company policies
Arrange buy-backs or disposition strategies for surplus materials when applicable
Use analytics tools, including Excel and Power BI, to monitor performance, support decision-making, and communicate insights