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Farmer's Fridge Farmer’s Fridge makes fruits and vegetables accessible and approachable for everyone. We offer a variety of fresh, healthy, ready-to-eat meals and snacks through our fresh food vending machines, wholesale partners, and our office pantry solution — providing chef-curated meals to customers within seconds. Today, we operate a network of Fridges and partner with clients nationwide in high-foot-traffic areas, such as airports, hospitals, universities, and large office buildings — where there is limited accessibility to fresh, healthy, grab-n-go options. We care deeply about what we’re creating and aspire to make sure our customers feel that through every touchpoint. This shows up in many ways across the business. We are committed to prioritizing food safety, we are passionate about product quality, we value our employees, we champion the best idea no matter where it comes from, and we’re committed to making an overall positive impact as we scale. About this Role:
The
Procurement Operations Manager
will support the day-to-day execution of our purchasing operations. This role will work closely with the procurement team to manage buying, cost tracking, and reconciliation processes. It will also work functionally with production, warehouse, quality, and finance to ensure timely, accurate procurement execution. This is a full-time, on-site role based at our Cicero facility. What You’ll Do… Execute purchasing activities, including order placement, vendor communication, and issue resolution Support cost reporting, price verification, and reconciliation to ensure pricing accuracy Help mitigate inventory imbalances, stockouts, or overstock situations. Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements to drive efficiency. Partner with the procurement team to ensure materials are ordered and received on time Act as the main operational liaison between procurement and other departments (production, warehouse, and quality teams) Help maintain procurement systems and contribute to continuous process improvements Who You Are… 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations ideally in a food or manufacturing setting Strong analytical and organizational skills Proficient in procurement or ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.). Detail-oriented with experience managing pricing, cost data, and vendor information Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across functions Excellent communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment The base salary range for this role is $102,000 - $110,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for company performance-based bonuses and equity. We Provide a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans available) 401(k) with immediate employer match vesting Paid time off (including vacation, sick leave, and holidays) Paid sabbatical after 5 years of service Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Farmer’s Fridge Diversity Statement "Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Farmer’s Fridge, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.” Farmer’s Fridge is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including hiring, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. View our disclosures related to External Agencies and Applicants below: https://www.farmersfridge.com/careerdisclosures Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing IndustriesFood & Beverages, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Technology, Information and Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Farmer's Fridge by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Disability insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Procurement Operations Manager” roles. Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$141,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $124,735.00-$169,950.00 4 days ago Dir. Supply Chain Management- Great Midwest and West RegionsSupply Chain & Procurement Manager - Healthcare/Pharma Elmhurst, IL $100,000.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $107,000.00-$156,000.00 1 day ago Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$150,000.00 46 minutes ago Chicago, IL $80,000.00-$105,000.00 2 weeks ago Itasca, IL $75,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago Category Manager, Indirect Procurement - Professional Services Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $103,955.00-$122,300.00 9 hours ago Chicago, IL $124,200.00-$248,400.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $89,300.00-$178,600.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$140,000.00 1 month ago Operations and Purchasing Manager Sports Downers Grove, IL $120,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Associate Manager, Procurement COE Operations Deerfield, IL $86,400.00-$138,200.00 4 days ago Chicago, IL $75,000.00-$85,000.00 4 days ago Elmhurst, IL $70,000.00-$80,000.00 1 month ago Senior Category Manager – Indirect Materials Oakbrook Terrace, IL $103,500.00-$172,500.00 1 week ago Manufacturing Procurement Category Manager Morton Grove, IL $98,000.00-$107,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $94,000.00-$156,200.00 2 weeks ago Category Procurement Manager - Inbound Transportation Chicago, IL $102,800.00-$164,400.00 4 days ago Sr. Solutions Product Marketing Manager - Procurement Chicago, IL $140,000.00-$155,000.00 9 hours ago Indirect Procurement Manager, Facilities Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$130,000.00 3 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Procurement Ops Manager
role at
Farmer's Fridge
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below. Join to apply for the
Procurement Ops Manager
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Farmer's Fridge Farmer’s Fridge makes fruits and vegetables accessible and approachable for everyone. We offer a variety of fresh, healthy, ready-to-eat meals and snacks through our fresh food vending machines, wholesale partners, and our office pantry solution — providing chef-curated meals to customers within seconds. Today, we operate a network of Fridges and partner with clients nationwide in high-foot-traffic areas, such as airports, hospitals, universities, and large office buildings — where there is limited accessibility to fresh, healthy, grab-n-go options. We care deeply about what we’re creating and aspire to make sure our customers feel that through every touchpoint. This shows up in many ways across the business. We are committed to prioritizing food safety, we are passionate about product quality, we value our employees, we champion the best idea no matter where it comes from, and we’re committed to making an overall positive impact as we scale. About this Role:
The
Procurement Operations Manager
will support the day-to-day execution of our purchasing operations. This role will work closely with the procurement team to manage buying, cost tracking, and reconciliation processes. It will also work functionally with production, warehouse, quality, and finance to ensure timely, accurate procurement execution. This is a full-time, on-site role based at our Cicero facility. What You’ll Do… Execute purchasing activities, including order placement, vendor communication, and issue resolution Support cost reporting, price verification, and reconciliation to ensure pricing accuracy Help mitigate inventory imbalances, stockouts, or overstock situations. Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements to drive efficiency. Partner with the procurement team to ensure materials are ordered and received on time Act as the main operational liaison between procurement and other departments (production, warehouse, and quality teams) Help maintain procurement systems and contribute to continuous process improvements Who You Are… 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations ideally in a food or manufacturing setting Strong analytical and organizational skills Proficient in procurement or ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.). Detail-oriented with experience managing pricing, cost data, and vendor information Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across functions Excellent communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment The base salary range for this role is $102,000 - $110,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for company performance-based bonuses and equity. We Provide a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans available) 401(k) with immediate employer match vesting Paid time off (including vacation, sick leave, and holidays) Paid sabbatical after 5 years of service Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Farmer’s Fridge Diversity Statement "Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Farmer’s Fridge, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.” Farmer’s Fridge is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including hiring, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. View our disclosures related to External Agencies and Applicants below: https://www.farmersfridge.com/careerdisclosures Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing IndustriesFood & Beverages, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Technology, Information and Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Farmer's Fridge by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Disability insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Procurement Operations Manager” roles. Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$141,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $124,735.00-$169,950.00 4 days ago Dir. Supply Chain Management- Great Midwest and West RegionsSupply Chain & Procurement Manager - Healthcare/Pharma Elmhurst, IL $100,000.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $107,000.00-$156,000.00 1 day ago Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$150,000.00 46 minutes ago Chicago, IL $80,000.00-$105,000.00 2 weeks ago Itasca, IL $75,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago Category Manager, Indirect Procurement - Professional Services Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month ago Chicago, IL $103,955.00-$122,300.00 9 hours ago Chicago, IL $124,200.00-$248,400.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $89,300.00-$178,600.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$140,000.00 1 month ago Operations and Purchasing Manager Sports Downers Grove, IL $120,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Associate Manager, Procurement COE Operations Deerfield, IL $86,400.00-$138,200.00 4 days ago Chicago, IL $75,000.00-$85,000.00 4 days ago Elmhurst, IL $70,000.00-$80,000.00 1 month ago Senior Category Manager – Indirect Materials Oakbrook Terrace, IL $103,500.00-$172,500.00 1 week ago Manufacturing Procurement Category Manager Morton Grove, IL $98,000.00-$107,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $94,000.00-$156,200.00 2 weeks ago Category Procurement Manager - Inbound Transportation Chicago, IL $102,800.00-$164,400.00 4 days ago Sr. Solutions Product Marketing Manager - Procurement Chicago, IL $140,000.00-$155,000.00 9 hours ago Indirect Procurement Manager, Facilities Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$130,000.00 3 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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