Procurement Director Position Available In Union, New Jersey

Procurement Director 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Kenilworth, NJ 07033 Our client is looking for a full time Procurement Director to join their team. If interested, apply today! This individual will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to optimize cost, ensure quality and continuity of supply, and drive procurement excellence across all categories in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This role will lead to the procurement function in identifying cost-saving opportunities, implementing market-driven strategies, and enhancing supplier performance through robust analytics, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Develop and execute category strategies grounded in market intelligence, cost models, and PPV analysis.
• Drive supplier segmentation and portfolio rationalization to reduce risk and leverage volume for savings.
• Monitor global and local commodity markets to make data-driven purchasing decisions. Cost Savings & Value Creation
• Lead cost reduction initiatives through contract negotiations, supplier consolidation, and alternative sourcing.
• Track and report savings, PPV impact, and material margin improvement in partnership with Finance.
• Align procurement targets with financial goals and business priorities. Supplier Management & Qualification
• Establish strong supplier relationships while ensuring performance against KPIs for quality, cost, delivery, and service.
• Collaborate with R D, Quality, and Regulatory teams to qualify new suppliers and materials aligned with innovation needs. Qualifications;
• Bachelor’s degree
• 8+ years of procurement experience, including leadership roles in food manufacturing preferred
• Strong knowledge of market dynamics, ingredient and packaging sourcing, and global supply networks
• Expertise in category management, cost modeling, PPV analysis, and contract negotiation
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel; experience with procurement analytics tools a plus (SIEVO)
• Implement and manage supplier scorecards to evaluate performance, drive accountability, and support continuous improvement.
• Facilitate regular supplier reviews and corrective action processes.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$150,000.00 – $172,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person