Procurement Manager

@ Utz Brands, Inc.

Procurement Manager Role at Utz Brands, Inc

Join the Snack Revolution at Utz Brands! We are crafting moments of joy with iconic brands like Utz, Zapp’s, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. As a Procurement Manager, you will be key in managing and supporting suppliers of direct materials for manufacturing operations.

The Opportunity

This remote role (with travel as needed) focuses on strategic sourcing and supply management projects in support of Utz's growth and profitability objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Design and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Provide fact-based recommendations to executive management.
• Collaborate with key suppliers on capacity planning and inventory management.
• Negotiate long term purchasing contracts with favorable terms.
• Support supplier development and cost savings projects.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, co-packers, and suppliers on inventory management.

Must-Haves

Qualifications include a preferred Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, 3-5+ years supply chain experience (especially in CPG/Food/Beverage), and strong background in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and contract management.

Skills

• Category management and strategic sourcing
• Advanced financial analysis and negotiation
• Excellent communication and problem solving
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

External Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Answer key questions.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Discuss your experiences.
• Live Interview: Meet with the hiring manager.

Why Utz?

Enjoy a supportive, inclusive environment with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, employer-match 401(k), profit-sharing, employee stock purchase plan, and career development programs.

Key skills/competency

• Procurement
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Management
• Cost Savings
• Category Management
• CPG
• Contract Negotiation
• Supply Chain
• Financial Analysis
• Data Analysis