Sourcing Manager

Job Title:
Senior Sourcing Manager – Contract Manufacturing (3PM)

Contract Duration: 6 months

Pay Rate: $50-53/hr on W2

A leading North American food & beverage organization is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager to join its Third-Party Manufacturing (3PM) Procurement team
. This role will manage the Contract Manufacturing supply base across multiple business units, including Plant-Based, Yogurt, Beverage, and Innovation portfolios.

The position plays a critical role in supplier scouting, sourcing strategy development, supplier & contract management, project execution, and budget oversight
, while also supporting the company’s sustainability and impact initiatives.

This opportunity is ideal for a strategic sourcing professional with strong cross-functional leadership, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
, and experience in Contract Manufacturing and/or Direct Materials sourcing
.

• Develop sourcing strategies through in-depth market studies to identify best practices, risks, gaps, and opportunities
• Identify and onboard new suppliers while leveraging the existing supplier base
• Conduct supply market analysis and cost-driver assessments for key spend categories
• Evaluate cost proposals and ensure alignment with market conditions
• Support growth initiatives through supplier partnerships and Make-or-Buy analyses
• Implement Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) to drive performance, quality, innovation, and cost optimization
• Lead RFQs/RFPs, analyze proposals, and make supplier recommendations to internal stakeholders
• Negotiate commercial terms including cost, quality, service levels, and timelines
• Lead contract negotiations and ratification in collaboration with Legal teams

• Partner with R&I and Marketing teams to assess manufacturing capabilities and economic feasibility
• Support project implementation while adhering to budgets, schedules, and quality standards
• Monitor and communicate project status against supplier contractual commitments
• Define and implement standard KPIs for assigned suppliers
• Evaluate supplier performance and lead continuous improvement initiatives

• Manage overall Contract Manufacturing spend
• Establish budgets, track variances, and mitigate financial risks

• Lead the U.S. Third-Party Manufacturing (3PM / Co-Manufacturer) team within assigned categories

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Operations Management
  , or related field
• 3–6 years of experience in Strategic Procurement, Contract Manufacturing, Operations, or similar roles
• Experience in the food-processing industry
  , particularly with perishable products, is a strong asset
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional, matrixed, multicultural environment

Language: English required;
French is a plus