Sourcing Manager Ingredients

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves. #LI-NP1 Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide! Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA: Salary Range: $94,300 - $122,600 Comprehensive Benefits Package Annual Bonus Eligibility 401k & Company Match Position Summary: The Sourcing Manager, Ingredients is a crucial member of Grupo Bimbo’s North America Procurement Team. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, ensuring supply assurance, managing supplier relationships, driving productivity projects, and supporting innovation launches. The Sourcing Manager will work closely with key stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the best price, quality, and service for Bimbo. Additionally, the Sourcing Manager will collaborate with the Global Procurement team to assist in the achievement of company objectives. Key Job Responsibilities: Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned ingredient categories, aligning with business goals and market trends Conduct market analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks Maintain a robust contingency plan to ensure supply continuity in case of disruptions Lead cross-functional teams to drive category strategy and achieve cost savings Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and continuous improvement Negotiate contracts, including pricing, terms, and conditions, to secure the best value for the company Ensure compliance with corporate policies, including necessary quality and food safety documentation Identify and implement cost-savings initiatives and process improvements within the supply chain Lead productivity projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and effective execution Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including material management, quality assurance, technical services, and research & development to support new product development and innovation initiatives Ensure timely sourcing and availability of ingredients for product launches Develop and execute supplier development programs to enhance performance and collaboration, fostering a culture of continuous improvement among suppliers Participate in global projects, sustainability initiatives, and other projects as assigned Ability to travel when necessary for supplier visits, industry events, and corporate meetings Key Behavioral Competencies: Self-directed, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Strong analytical, prioritization and decision-making skills Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communications, and presentation skills Strong problem solving skills Experience managing and measuring work Track record of building strong peer and stakeholder relationships Ability to establish project objectives, checkpoints and timelines to meet project tasks and expectations Ability to exchange complex information effectively to reach agreement in ambiguous or difficult negotiations Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities to the many ongoing projects  Strong leadership & interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Persuasive ‘change agent’ capable of challenging conventional wisdom Ability to multi-task and coordinate initiatives in a remote team environment High energy and passion Education and Work History: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or similar CSM, CPSM, and/or PMP certification desired At least 5-7 years of experience in Procurement, preferably managing Ingredients Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of procurement, sourcing, purchasing, and contract management Knowledge of ERP / Office Suite Systems / Expertise in Excel and Power Point Physical Demands: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Able to use a variety of communication methods on frequent basis   Use a notebook computer and standard office equipment printers, fax, phone, etc.   Able to sit, stand, stoop and have use of hand motor coordination regularly  Use various forms of transportation for extended periods of time on periodic basis Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. 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