Vice President of Global Procurement

Central Garden & Pet • Neptune City, NJ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, Global Procurement is a strategic executive responsible for leading the company's global procurement organization and developing enterprise-wide sourcing strategies that drive cost optimization, supplier performance, risk mitigation, innovation, and long-term value creation. This leader will establish and execute a global procurement vision, build strategic supplier partnerships, and ensure sourcing initiatives align with the organization's financial objectives and business growth strategies. Working collaboratively with Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Commercial leadership, the Vice President will deliver sustainable procurement solutions that support operational excellence and competitive advantage. This position is based on-site five (5) days per week at our Neptune City, NJ facility and requires travel to our Monroe Township, NJ facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or related field required.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management within a consumer goods company.
• 5+ years of executive or senior leadership experience managing procurement teams.
• Deep expertise in commodities, packaging, raw materials, and contract manufacturing / co-manufacturing environments.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical capability, and enterprise-level business acumen.
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to deliver win-win outcomes while protecting enterprise value.
• Strong financial acumen with experience driving margin improvement, working capital optimization, and cost reduction strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational transformation, develop high-performing global procurement teams, and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
• Data-driven decision-making and strong business case development skills.
• Experience navigating complex, fast-paced, and evolving business environments.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and organizational discipline.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or MBA strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's global procurement strategy and 3–5-year strategic roadmap, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and long-term business growth.
• Lead all aspects of domestic and global strategic sourcing, procurement, contract negotiations, supplier selection, and supplier performance management across direct spend categories.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key suppliers to strengthen strategic partnerships, improve collaboration, and ensure supply continuity.
• Develop sourcing strategies that optimize total cost of ownership while improving quality, service, innovation, and supplier performance.
• Monitor global commodity markets, inflationary pressures, tariffs, foreign exchange trends, and geopolitical risks to proactively adjust sourcing strategies and mitigate business impacts.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard strategic suppliers that enhance competitiveness, innovation, sustainability, and operational resilience.
• Establish supplier governance programs, including performance scorecards, business reviews, compliance standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, Finance, Sales, and Marketing teams to support new product development, product lifecycle management, and business growth initiatives through effective sourcing strategies.
• Lead enterprise-wide cost savings initiatives and productivity programs that deliver measurable financial results and margin improvement.
• Develop procurement policies, governance standards, and compliance programs that ensure ethical sourcing, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company policies.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing global procurement organization by establishing clear performance expectations, accountability, succession planning, and professional development opportunities.
• Establish and monitor procurement KPIs to measure supplier performance, savings realization, sourcing effectiveness, contract compliance, and overall procurement performance.
• Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, sustainability initiatives, and procurement best practices to continually strengthen the organization's competitive position.
• Present procurement strategies, supplier performance, savings initiatives, and risk assessments to executive leadership and provide recommendations that support strategic decision-making.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401k with a 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on Pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more.
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
• Referral Program with a cash bonus.

What This Job Offers

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