Job Description

Job Description

About Us

At 4P Foods, we operate with Purpose, take care of People, heal our Planet, and sustain shared Prosperity. We're a collaborative, customer-centric, mission-driven team working to build a just and equitable food system.

Work Environment Includes:

• Hybrid schedule: remote and in-office
• Relaxed, fun atmosphere
• Casual work attire

Position: Procurement Manager

We’re seeking a highly organized and strategic Procurement Manager to oversee category management and vendor relationships, ensuring consistent product availability and quality across our B2C and B2B channels. This role plays a critical part in managing inventory flow, pricing strategy, and supplier performance to support 4P Foods’ growth and mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works with vendors on a weekly basis to plan purchasing volumes and negotiate the pricing of products required.
• Places POs as required ensuring vendor order deadlines are met and product is in the 4P warehouse at the time needed.
• Forecasts and plans volumes with vendors to ensure the availability of product.
• Collaborates with other departments to ensure new products are marketed and launched correctly.
• Works consistently with Logistics Manager to ensure pricing reflects the best option of delivering or picking up product.
• Prepares and presents market conditions and product cost reports.
• Drafts, explains and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Resolves grievances with vendors and ensures product issues are reported to vendors and credited in a timely manner.
• Builds Procurement systems, databases, and reports to standardize purchasing processes.
• Generates reports and analyzes relevant data to inform purchasing decision-making.
• Monitors supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Responsible for seeking out new vendors that align with 4P Food’s sourcing strategies.
• Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers.
• Manage the critical path from product sourcing to launch.
• Demonstrate an ability to challenge the status quo and always bring your own ideas.
• Be confident in building and maintaining new and existing relationships with suppliers.
• Drive to succeed and deliver outstanding results.
• Work as part of a team but be equally happy when working independently on your categories.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong verbal, written, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management abilities.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and related procurement tools.
• Process-driven mindset with a passion for lean, efficient execution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Leadership experience with the ability to train and support others.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 1 year in food/beverage or wholesale food procurement preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Physical & Schedule Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of computer work.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Occasional travel required.
• Hybrid work environment (remote and in-office).

Compensation:

Full-time salaried role: $56,000 annually plus commision

Equal Opportunity Employer

4P Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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