Procurement Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Procurement Manager

Location : Springfield, MO (possibly open to remote)

Reports to : TBD

Department : Procurement

Employment Type : Full-Time

Job Summary :

LinkOne is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement of agricultural ingredients and co-products for use in our human and pet food businesses. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the consistent supply of high-quality raw materials and co-products at optimal cost, while managing supplier relationships, contracts, and procurement strategies in line with business goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Sourcing :

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for new and existing raw materials and co-products, ensuring competitive pricing, quality standards, and continuity of supply.

Identify, evaluate, manage and expand supplier and grower relationships and networks. Negotiate terms, build strong relationships, and monitor performance to ensure service levels, compliance, and innovation.

Monitor global and regional markets, pricing trends, weather patterns, crop reports, and other external factors that may affect availability and pricing.

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with suppliers and cooperatives to secure favorable terms and mitigate risk.

Work closely with the quality and technical teams to ensure suppliers meet required food safety, traceability, and sustainability standards.

Develop annual procurement budgets, track spend, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report variances.

Coordinate with sales, operations, and production planning teams to ensure timely delivery of goods and avoid supply disruptions.

Promote ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship, and adherence to all regulatory and food safety requirements.

Qualifications and Skills :

Desirable Experience :

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