Manager Contract Manufacturing Procurement : Sourcing

Contract Manufacturing Procurement Manager

Reporting to the Sr. Director Contract Manufacturing 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. Responsibilities include :

• 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, and stakeholders.
• Benchmark competitive set within the food industry for new technology, innovation, available capacity and productivity strategies.
• 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 the first trial.
• Liaison with the Operations team to support make vs buy analysis and decisions.
• Develop robust category strategies.
• Drive cost savings through negotiations and continuous improvement.

Requirements : Bachelors degree required. 7+ years procurement or supply chain experience. Experience analyzing total cost of ownership. Experience managing supplier relationships and tracking KPIs. Contract management experience. Experience developing & leading RFPs. Project management experience. Experience managing cross functionally. Experience mentoring and coaching team members. Ability to travel up to 25%, mostly domestic. 3 days in the office, Tuesday - Thursday.

Compensation : Pay Range : $107,000-$156,000. The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employees actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to : location, relevant experience / level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits : We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role : comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement; great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan; career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement; paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules and volunteer opportunities.

Our Company : At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. Were in the business of building champions within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye, Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip. Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome. Conagra 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. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.