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Job Description
At CJ Schwan's , we don't just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith's® . Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together. We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer to join our corporate team in either Hopkins , MN or Marshall , MN ! In this role, you will drive results in service contract management across the organization, partnering with our EHS plant and corporate partners to own procurement of and recommendations for EHS supplies. If you are a skilled negotiator, excel at building strong supplier relationships, and are motivated by delivering cost savings , reliability , and operational improvements, this is the role for you.
What You Will Do:
Lead negotiations with key suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, warranties, and contract protections specific to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) needs . Manage capital equipment purchases, maintenance and repair parts, and service agreements to support plant operations. Partner with cross-functional teams (engineering, maintenance, manufacturing, R D, sales, marketing) to align purchasing strategies with business needs. Travel requirements to plants are typically 3 - 4 days monthly . Monitor categories for pricing trends, supply risks, and opportunities, delivering insights and recommendations to stakeholders. Oversee supplier performance, ensuring continuous improvement, cost savings, and innovation. Own the full contract lifecycle—including renewals, performance tracking, and compliance management. Troubleshoot and resolve quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) issues with internal and external partners. Drive results in price, rate, and risk management while maximizing supplier value and reliability.
What You Will Bring:
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience in a Buyer or Strategic Sourcing role). 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management. A blend of experience within both EHS and procurement is strongly preferred. Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with procurement systems a plus. CPIM or CSCP certification preferred, but not required, but willing to obtain with company support.
What We Offer:
The base salary range for this position is $68,000 - $113,000 annually with eligibility for a 5% annual incentive bonus, which is based on organizational performance. The salary range represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs. CJ Schwan's and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com. #LI-EH1
