Procurement Manager - Direct Materials

The Procurement Manager – Direct Materials is responsible for managing and optimizing long-term partnerships with suppliers and co-manufacturers that result in continuous improvements and support of product and process innovations.This position leads the direct materials procurement team in establishing cost saving targets for procurement to lower product and operational costs when procuring ingredients, supplies and services for the company.In addition, the Procurement Manager – Direct Materials identifies needs and implements solutions for outside warehouse storage of aging cheese and supplies that can enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize value to the customer. This position will primarily work Monday to Friday, normal business hours with the ability to flex for travel or business needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.Other duties may be assigned. ManagesDirect Procurement team,communicating work expectations,establishingwork priorities, developing newskillsand conducting semi-annual performance reviews. Managesrelationships with existing and potentialsuppliers, co-manufacturers& outsidewarehouse facilities. Ensures complianceofco-manufacturing partners and warehouse facilities with all Sartori safety and quality standards. Negotiates withsuppliersand assessesrisk and value through analysis of market and economic dataand pastperformance. Negotiates and reviewspurchasingcontractsandsupplierandwarehouseagreements that result in improved quality,termsand cost. Negotiates pricing and delivery for purchases andservices. Creates,reviews,and approves bid specifications,Request for Proposals (RFPs)and selection criteria for competitive bidding. Develops and tracks supplier performance metrics. Confers withTeam Members, users, andsuppliersto discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services anddeterminecorrective action. EnsuresJDEdwardstrainingis up to datefor designated buyers within Sartori Company. Works closely with Plant Managersand Accounts Payableto resolve outstanding supplier issues. Develops and evaluates new suppliers,coordinatespurchasingactivities on new product development. Oversees completion ofnew itemcodes for materials,establishingorder quantities, and executing completion of order fulfillment at buyer level. Complies withall company Safety, HACCP, and GMP policies Immediately reports any food safety or quality issues to management or other individualsauthorized toinitiateaction. DIRECT REPORTS This positionisresponsible forleading the Direct Procurement team. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.S) in Business Administration,Purchasing, Supply Chain Management or related fieldisrequired. Minimum3 yearsofexperience in Purchasing working with vendors, conductingauditsand negotiating contractsisrequired. Advanced training or Purchasing or Materials Management certificationisdesirable. Inventory control and manufacturing experiencearepreferred. Experience working with an integratedEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP)systemis desirable. OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Alignment with Company Values: Demonstratesbehaviors and values that reflect the company’s culture.Sartori’s core values are family, commitment, authenticity, ingenuity, integrity, and humility. Analytical Acumen: Ability to draw complex conclusions from data using analytical methods. Strategic Vision: Possessesa strategic mindset with the ability to translate business goals into an actionable framework for manufacturing operations. Continuous Improvement: Embodiesa mindset focused on continuous improvement,leveraginganalytics to drive transformational results. Leadership and Influence: Proven ability to lead and influence teams and stakeholders, driving a data-centric culture across the organization. Coaching: Effectively coaches and mentors others, providing guidance that enhances performance andfacilitatesdevelopment while building confidence. Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex analytical insights to diverse audiences. Decision Quality: Makes informed,timelydecisions using a blend of analytical insights, experience, and sound judgment. Learning Agility: Showsa high levelof intellectual curiosity and an eagerness to learn and adapt to new analytical techniques and industry trends. Relationship Building: Builds andmaintainstrusting relationships and alliances both inside and outside the organization, fostering collaboration and innovation. Results driven – Leverages a collaborative approach to achieve results that promote Sartori’ssuccess. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WORK LOCATION This is a hybrid position (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) at ourPleasant View corporateoffice locatedin Plymouth, WI.Off-shift work isrequiredas needs arise. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Frequenttravelisrequiredto meet the needs of the business (estimated25%). PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Memberis regularly required tosit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.The Team Memberis occasionally required tostand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. When entering the production facility, the Team Member is occasionally exposed to cold working conditions and/or moving mechanical parts.The noise level is moderate while in the plant. This position requires occasional off shift work. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Team Members assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Sartori Company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meetorganizationaland businessneedsas necessary. Qualifications

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Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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