Manager Procurement, External Manufacturing - Omaha, United States - Conagra Brands

Conagra Brands Omaha, United States

4 weeks ago

Description

Reporting to the Vice President Procurement you will manage the identification and selection of contract manufacturing partners and negotiation of contracts to support needs including innovation, capacity, and network optimization.

Lead regimented approach to contract negotiations using standardized processes and templates. Ensure alignment of cross-functional team members including Brand, Operations, Engineering, R&D, T&W and Procurement. Develop and maintain long-term business relationships with contract manufacturing partners to identify growth opportunities. Provide project management for business growth, innovation and productivity improvement programs.

Ensure use of resources and communication of priorities by coordinating efforts between Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality and Product Supply departments.

You Will:
Lead the sourcing/selection process for finished goods contract manufacturing partners to meet our needs.

Complete total delivered cost analysis including raw material procurement, operational and T&W costs while balancing service and quality performance measures.

Lead contract design and negotiations inclusive of conducting RFPs, analyzing alternative solutions, rigorous financial analysis, alignment with the legal department, stakeholders and the Procurement VP of Contract Manufacturing.

Benchmark competitive set within the food industry for new technology, innovation, available capacity and productivity strategies. Analyze segments through market data and should cost modeling. Develop risk management plan for supplemental production options to avoid service issues in the event of internal/external manufacturing disruptions. Manage finished goods projects up to commercialization (CQV).

Ensure specifications are established before production and all parameters are achieved during the product trials setting up the CQV process.

Liaison with the Operations team to support make vs buy analysis and decisions. Develop category strategies.
Drive cost savings through negotiations and continuous improvement.

Manage a direct reportYou Have:
Bachelor's degree required5+ years procurement or supply chain experienceExperience analyzing total cost of ownershipExperience managing supplier relationships and tracking KPI'sContract management experienceExperience developing and leading RFPsProject management experienceExperience managing cross functionallyExperience mentoring and coaching team membersAbility to travel 15 to 25% mostly domestic

Number of Days in Office:
3Relocation assistance is available for this position. Preference will be given to local candidates.

At this time, we require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future.

#LI-MC1#LI-MSL#LI-HybridOur Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insuranceWealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase planGrowth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiencesBalance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)

Our Company:
Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth.

Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye, Marie Callender's, Banquet, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, Reddi-wip, and Vlasic, and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera.

We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry.

For more information, visit Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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