Meat & Seafood Sourcing Manager

Meat & Seafood Sourcing Manager Kroger Corporate - 3.3 Cincinnati, OH Job Details Full-time 5 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Vendor relationship building Procurement category management Master's degree in business administration Master's degree in business Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Category management 5 years Bachelor's degree in finance Bachelor's degree in business Certified Purchasing Manager Client relationship development Risk mitigation strategy implementation Certified Supply Chain Professional Finance Team development Developing strategic sourcing strategies Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Team management Supply chain management Vendor relationship management Contracts Vendor contract management Procurement contract negotiation Senior level Business Master of Business Administration Leadership Implementing cost-saving initiatives Supply Chain Management Communication skills Stakeholder relationship building Performance evaluation Full Job Description Utilize category specific expertise to work with business stakeholders to determine category strategy, optimize supplier base, conduct sourcing events, negotiate and support contract execution. Achieve savings targets and reducing spend while working with business stakeholders to meet business needs. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. Minimum Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Retail, CPG, or related disciplines 5 years' experience within the pertinent category Ability to build impactful relationship with internal clients, key influencers to effectively execute the work Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Vizio) Oral and written communication skills to formulate strategies in a complex business environment Desired MBA or Master's degree CPM/CPSM, CSCP or equivalent certification 5 years' experience in Supply Chain or Procurement 3 years of leading a sourcing team Category Management Support the senior manager in defining and reviewing procurement strategy and project pipeline Perform periodic financial reviews to assess category financial performance with the senior manager Identify potential suppliers to extend payment terms, improve cash conversion cycle, and enhance gross margin Implement supplier finance and discount programs with a focus on cash flow, interest payable, and working capital Strategic Sourcing Coordinate sourcing activities and manage analysts to achieve category goals Coordinate sourcing strategy review and ensure that strategy documents are updated Support the creation, execution, and communication of category management strategy for pertinent category Drive internal compliance with policies, procedures, strategies, and guidelines on an ongoing basis Contract Management Negotiate and execute highly complex and visible contracts with suppliers Coordinate identified improvement opportunities, risk/mitigation strategies and develop action plans Supplier Relationship Management Lead execution of SRM activities to create value, drive continuous improvement, and realize savings Lead business relationships with suppliers, foster long-term involvement and creating value Oversee supplier qualification with support of the business and develop a transition plan and execution of supply agreement Procurement Process Develop, deepen and maintain trusted and collaborative relationships with business partners to ensure the organization is seen as a valued partner and is involved in business decisions Oversee procurement process metrics, insights and proposed actions to define implementation plan Maintain knowledge of other initiatives in Kroger that may affect the category performance Talent Management Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties: complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports Create an effective work environment by developing a common vision, communicating of clear objectives, fostering teamwork, recognizing performance, providing on the job coaching Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation