Sourcing & Purchasing Manager II

Sourcing & Purchasing Manager

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out of 5 stars Madison, WI Hybrid work Full-time Foremost Farms 162 reviews Full-time Department Supply Chain Job Location Madison, Wisconsin Position Type Full time About Us Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. "We Bring Dairy to Life" in seven manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we're looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us! About This Opportunity

JOB TITLE

: Sourcing & Purchasing Manager

II POSITION TYPE

: Full time

CLASSIFICATION

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Exempt Position Overview:

The Sourcing and Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day execution of sourcing and purchasing strategies while ensuring alignment with enterprise supply chain objectives. This role serves as the primary integrator between sourcing strategy and purchasing execution, with accountability for cost optimization, supplier performance, risk management, inventory availability, and team leadership across multiple functions. The position partners closely with Operations, Finance, Production Scheduling, and external suppliers to ensure reliable supply, cost control, and continuous improvement. This role translates strategic direction set by the Director of Supply Chain into actionable plans, metrics, and results across the Sourcing and Purchasing teams.

Key Accountabilities:

Lead Sourcing & Purchasing Execution Oversee day-to-day execution of sourcing strategies, purchasing activities, and materials planning. Ensure contract compliance, cost controls, risk mitigation, and alignment with approved commodity strategies ensure business continuity and governance of supply chain programs Maintain continuity of supply to support manufacturing and business requirements. Provide supplier oversight to ensure production facilities are supported through execution of new product introduction or change management initiatives for all materials and services. Actively participate in the SIOP process to align sourcing, purchasing, and materials strategies with demand, supply constraints, and inventory targets. Manage and develop leadership staff Lead, coach, and develop sourcing and purchasing teams. Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and accountability for results. Promote strong collaboration and alignment between sourcing and materials functions. Supply Base Drive supplier performance, delivering annual cost savings and cost avoidance through negotiations, strategic sourcing and demand alignment. Track, validate, and report cost savings and cost avoidance in partnership with Finance, ensuring alignment with enterprise financial goals. Ensure material availability across facilities while minimizing expedites and premium freight. Partner with Operations, Production Scheduling, and Finance on service and inventory trade-offs. Process Ownership & Continuous Improvement Own and continuously improve sourcing, purchasing, and materials management processes. Ensure efficiency, compliance, and scalability of purchasing and materials workflows. Support supplier metrics, analytics, and reporting to enable data-driven decisions. Support SIOP-related analytics, scenario planning, and reporting to improve visibility to demand variability, supply risk, inventory exposure, and financial impact. Cross-Functional & Strategic Support Support strategic sourcing initiatives and cross-functional supply chain projects. Support enterprise SIOP and cross-functional supply chain initiatives by providing sourcing, purchasing, and supplier insights related to capacity, cost, lead time, and risk. Provide input and execution support for new product introductions and supplier transitions. Escalate risks, constraints, and opportunities to the Director, Supply Chain as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field. 3years of experience in procurement, sourcing, materials management, or supply chain. 3 years of experience leading managers or supervisors. Strong working knowledge of contracts, negotiations, Incoterms, and the Uniform Commercial Code. Demonstrated experience balancing cost, service, and inventory objectives across multiple stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in business or related field. Supply Chain certification (CPIM, CPM, APICS, or similar). 10+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or materials management. Experience in multi-site manufacturing environments. Knowledge and experience with ERP systems such as Oracle and/or SAP.

Physical Setting:

Hybrid position with primary work performed remotely or at Headquarters, with periodic travel to Headquarters, manufacturing plants, and supplier locations as needed to support business and operational priorities. Up to 10% travel required.

Benefits:

At Foremost Farms, we believe that you and your family matter most. That's why we're proud to offer one of the most comprehensive and competitive benefits packages in the area — designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Flexible coverage with options to meet the needs of you and your family 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 100% company match on up to 8% of your contributions Generous Paid Time Off
• Start with 200 hours of PTO (pro-rated for first year) 10 Paid Holidays
• Enjoy time to rest and recharge Paid Parental Leave
• 6 weeks fully paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
• when you elect the high-deductible health plan Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Save for medical and dependent care expenses Life and Disability Insurance
• Financial protection for you and your loved ones Daily Pay Option
• Access your earnings when you need them Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free, confidential support for life's challenges Referral Program
• Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team Career Growth Opportunities
• Advance your skills and your career with us Don't meet every single requirement?

At Foremost Farms we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply. At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position. Are you ready to Be Foremost? Apply today at www.foremostfarms.com