Job Description

Whole Earth Brands, Inc. is a global, industry leading company, on a quest to “Open a World of Goodness™” to consumers and their families. Focused on “better for you” consumer packaged goods and ingredients, the Company is uniquely positioned to address the consumer transition toward healthier lifestyles, such as free from sugar, natural, plant-based, and clean label solutions. Whole Earth Brands Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of zero/low sugar and low-calorie sweeteners as well as reduced sugar products with brands including Whole Earth®, Pure Via®, Equal®, Canderel®, and Swerve®.

The Procurement Manager for Commodities and Ingredients will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement of commodities and ingredients essential for the company's production processes. As a category lead, this role involves strategic planning and executing sourcing initiatives, vendor management, cost analysis, and ensuring a stable supply of high-quality materials.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities :

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute a procurement strategy for commodities and ingredients that aligns with the company's business goals and cost-efficiency objectives.
• Supplier Selection and Management: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish relationships with key vendors. Continuously assess supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure reliability and quality.
• Cost Analysis and Budgeting: Analyze market trends, pricing, and supply-demand dynamics to make informed decisions on pricing and cost-saving opportunities. Create and manage procurement budgets.
• Planning and Forecasting: Collaborate with supply planning to forecast and plan inventory to support production and adjust procurement plans based on demand fluctuation or market trend.
• Inventory management: Implement inventory control strategies to monitor and optimize inventory levels.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality team to ensure that purchased materials meet quality and safety standards. Address any quality issues with suppliers promptly.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks related to supply chain disruptions, geopolitical factors, and market fluctuations that could impact the availability or cost of commodities and ingredients.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate favorable terms and conditions in procurement contracts, including price, delivery schedules, payment terms, and quality standards.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies in all procurement activities, including ethical and sustainability considerations.
• Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends, global market conditions, and emerging technologies to make informed decisions and adapt the procurement strategy as needed.
• Relationship management: Build and maintain strong relationships with business functions and suppliers.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management in the CPG or manufacturing industry with a focus on commodities and ingredients.
• Strong negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.
• Understanding of logistics (domestic and imports).
• Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to interpret market data to make informed decisions.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
• Familiarity with sourcing strategies, including global sourcing, and the ability to identify reliable suppliers.
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, ethical sourcing, and sustainability practices.
• The ability to identify and resolve procurement-related issues efficiently.
• Experience with ERP system.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

Our Benefits :

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following:

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Coverage
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Matching 401(k) (100% match up to 3%, 50% match up to 5%)
• Growth: Individual and Professional Development, Career Advancement
• Paid Time Off

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