Sr. Procurement Manager - Hybrid; Atlanta

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The Senior Procurement Manager leads sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations for our growing organization. This role ensures a reliable, cost-effective supply of high-quality raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and services while strengthening supplier partnerships and supporting sustainability initiatives.
Reporting to the Vice President of Supply Chain, the Senior Procurement Manager works cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, R&D, and Quality Assurance to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.

Candidates must reside in the Atlanta area to be considered for this role.

• Strong analytical mindset, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence – communicate clearly and concisely to gain alignment and drive action across varying audiences
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Time management and project management skills a must!
• Attention to details and dedication to getting things right
• Maintain high level of organization, time management and project management skills, commitment to follow through, enthusiasm, and motivation

• Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for juice concentrates, ingredients, packaging, and other raw materials.
• Identify, assess, and build strong supplier partnerships that deliver competitive costs, consistent quality, and dependable service.
• Establish and track monthly supplier performance KPIs; address issues proactively and drive corrective actions to ensure accountability.
• Partnering with Legal, lead the development, negotiation, and ongoing management of supplier agreements to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Implement standardized contract templates and processes to drive consistency across suppliers and streamline new-supplier onboarding.

• Lead and support a team of Buyer/Planners, providing coaching, mentoring, and development to enable career growth.
• Design and implement Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs to increase flexibility and responsiveness to unexpected changes in demand.
• Oversee procurement activities, approve purchasing plans, and help resolve supply challenges to prevent business disruptions.
• Establish and deploy best practices in procurement, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and enhance supplier performance.
• Assist with month-end inventory close, including physical counts, reconciliations, and resolution of discrepancies.

• Collaborate with R&D and Quality to source innovative ingredients and packaging, while implementing dual-source strategies for critical materials and components.
• Partner with Finance and Supply Chain to develop and manage standard costs, resolve variances, and lead cost-reduction initiatives and strategies.
• Work closely with Manufacturing to ensure on-time delivery of materials that support production schedules.

• Reduce supply chain risks through strategic diversification and contingency planning.
• Lead sustainability efforts, including responsible sourcing practices and environmentally friendly packaging initiatives.
• Track industry trends and regulatory developments in the beverage and toy sectors to inform and adapt procurement strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in food & beverage, CPG, or manufacturing industries is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost optimization.
• Strong proficiency with procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Deep understanding of sourcing and procurement best practices.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort making…