Procurement Manager, DSD & Inbound Logistics

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).

Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.

Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.

If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.

Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s.   Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.

Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here...

This position will under general direction; have responsibility for supporting the development of category strategies within “Direct Store Delivery” Transportation, Inbound and International Logistics. (~$175MM global annual spend). This position will lead projects supporting Supply Chain logistics across North America at WHQ.

The individual will be expected to deliver Procurement's financial and process goals/objectives, drive alignment and partnership with Supply Chain Logistics leadership, utilize category and procurement expertise to deliver results and influence and implement category strategies.

This position will be responsible for identifying areas of opportunity across all Campbell brands and subsidiaries which will improve operational performance, increase customer service, achieve sustainable productivity and reduce costs. Tasks include supporting strategic sourcing processes, stakeholder management, driving continuous improvement and innovative thinking.

In addition, this individual will be required to have quantitative skills in order to analyze, validate, manipulate, and manage large amounts of data, specific to problem solving and decision support.

This position will set the standard for leadership and the sharing of Logistics best practices across the various business units by demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the industry. Role will require development of RFIs and RFPs as well as leading negotiations and execution of contracts. Also, financial analysis and risk assessment skills are needed to recommend most optimal solutions to the businesses.

What you will do...

The candidate will act as the organizational representative in dealing with Senior Management, key internal stakeholders, Campbell's business units, and external Transportation and Logistics suppliers.

• Strategy development
• • Partner with business in strategy development for the Transportation & Logistics categories
• • Translate strategy into tactical plans and support execution
• • Define and implement mechanisms to ensure alignment/engagement
• • Remain abreast of industry trends/changes to identify impacts to Campbell Soup
• • Drive continuous improvement and innovation within area of responsibility Sourcing leadership
• • Provide direction to team members with respect to Procurement Sourcing activities for large/complex projects
• • Develop category strategies in support of BU stakeholders' objectives/strategy
• • Conduct RFXs/Auctions, analyze responses, and make recommendations
• • Define negotiation strategies based upon Total Delivered Cost and lead execution
• • Support the contracting process in strong collaboration with BU and Legal
• • Drive standardized policies and procedures across businesses
• • Guide client in the development of Statements of Work (SOWs) as needed for services
• • Manage all supplier contracts, proactively communicate and renegotiate as needed based on contract terms, changing business needs and changes in the economic environment
• Supplier relationship management
• • Collaborate with business and suppliers to deliver continuous improvement and cost reductions to drive network efficiency, improve logistics practices and reduce costs
• • Manage resolution of supplier issues to ensure business continuity as required
• Client relations
• • Establish strong working relationships with key customers
• • Influence and help develop Transportation & Logistics strategy
• • Support issue resolution creatively to provide optimal business solutions
• • Drive compliance with preferred suppliers and policies and procedures

Job Complexity:

Must have the ability to interact & influence with team members at all levels in the organization, as well as senior leadership across multiple functions.

• Exhibit the ability influence the direction of the business and align and engage resources that are outside their area of responsibility
• Demonstrate strategic thought leadership in moving Procurement strategies forward with respect to indirect categories
• Must have strong project & time management skills to maintain multiple projects
• Demonstrated self-starter, imaginative/innovator, and able to set executive direction
• Partner with Legal and business unit to develop and execute contracts
• Business Travel within North America (Canada inclusive) - 10%

Who you will work with...

You will work with the procurement team and 3rd party logistics and freight companies.

What you bring to the table (must haves)...

BS/BA, preferably in supply chain or related field

7 years' experience, with either Procurement or transportation operations

It would be great if you have (nice to haves)...

• Excellent negotiating skills
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Experience with SAP, Transportation and Warehousing Management Systems preferred