Jr. Raw Product Supply Manager

Job Title : Jr. Raw Product Supply Manager

Department : Raw Product Procurement

Reports To : Senior Raw Product Supply Manager

Location : Salinas, CA

Pay Range

$68k+ DOE annually, with eligibility for bonus.

COMPANY

Church Brothers Farms is a vertically-integrated, family-owned and operated company that produces a full line of fresh vegetables year-round through our in-house farming and harvesting programs and state of-the-art processing facilities. As a grower-owned processor, we farm the majority of our raw product, adhering to the highest standards of food safety and quality. The Church family legacy is rooted in service, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Jr. Raw Product Supply Manager is responsible for independently overseeing procurement planning and supplier management to ensure the company has reliable, cost-effective access to raw materials. This position operates with minimal supervision, exercising independent judgment in supplier management and procurement planning, while collaborating with the Senior Raw Product Supply Manager as needed.

This position evaluates suppliers, negotiates terms within company guidelines, approves sourcing decisions and commitments within defined thresholds, and develops procurement strategies that reduce costs and mitigate supply chain risks. This role has a direct impact on operational performance by analyzing market conditions, interpreting production data, and making sourcing decisions that align with organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Revised)

• Interpret and analyze yield and Days to Harvest (DTH) data to develop insights and recommendations for procurement strategy.
• Design reporting frameworks and provide strategic recommendations based on data analysis.
• Independently evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate terms within company guidelines.
• Responsible for evaluating, qualifying, and recommending suppliers, with authority to make supplier selection decisions within defined parameters.
• Develop and recommend procurement strategies to reduce costs, improve supply continuity, and mitigate risk exposure.
• Advise senior leadership on supplier performance, market conditions, and potential supply chain risks.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials that meet quality specifications, and address issues proactively to protect business operations.
• Monitor and fulfill contract obligations; exercise independent judgment in developing strategies to minimize financial exposure if obligations are at risk.
• Create and maintain a "Grower Scorecard" to evaluate supplier performance and support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Church Brothers Farms is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.