Strategic Procurement Specialist

Rich Products Corporation • Buffalo, NY

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About The Position

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family. Purpose Statement The Strategic Procurement Specialist is responsible for executing various procurement activities in keeping procurement records and system databases accurate, timely, and complete. Maintains supplier documentation, SAP data maintenance of material (ex. raw material code), vendor master data files and records to include master file data entry, alteration, and retrieval of data development. Additionally, will support sourcing activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost optimization and risk mitigation. This role supports organizational goals by driving procurement excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in business, economics, supply chain management or related field.
• Minimum 2 years related experience, with preference for strategic procurement and/or finance background preferred.
• Advanced analytical and data modeling skills. Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights that will drive strong business decisions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills including written, verbal and formal presentations.
• Technically proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in complex, sometimes ambiguous and always fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred proficiency using Procurement/ERP software and tools, including SAP & Ariba.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and streamline procurement policies and procedures.
• Use procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba) to streamline processes and enhance data analysis.
• Maintains integrity of files and follows established protocol for data maintenance.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to align procurement strategies with organizational goals.
• Support supplier relationship management (SRM) activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Conduct spend analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support category management strategic work, including RFI/RFP execution.
• Procurement lead of RME process including collection of required documentation (TraceGains, Letter of Guarantee, COI, etc.).
• Informs internal customers of RMC ingredient approvals and discontinuation.
• Fulfillment of samples requests required for swift R&D development work.

What This Job Offers

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