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Halperns' Steak and Seafood

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Director Of Procurement</div><div>
Anywhere Within in The US</div><div></div><div>
Welcome to Halperns&rsquo;! The dedicated employees who work at Halperns' are passionately committed to this business and the customers they serve. Being part of Halperns' means being part of something important, something unique, and something special. This commitment is made clear by the superior meat and seafood specialty products we distribute.</div><div>
There's a seat at our table for you&hellip;</div><div></div><div>
What we offer:<br>
Medical, Prescription Drug, EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment<br>
Dental, vision and other voluntary plans<br>
Pre-Tax Saving Accounts<br>
Profit Sharing<br>
Family culture and career advancement opportunities</div><div><br>
Position Summary:</div><div></div><div>
Accountable for the creation, development and execution of Procurement strategies and initiatives. Ensures alignment with divisional goals and objectives as related to category management, inventory and slot management, margin objectives. Provides relevant solutions and resources to drive growth and success.</div><div></div><div>
Essential Functions:</div><ul><li><div>
Oversees the category management, supplier and broker relationship management, key divisional customer sourcing and inventory management strategies to ensure maximization and support of predetermined divisional, regional and home office goals and objectives.</div></li><li><div>
Establishes and maintains strong relationships with divisional teams and corporate product marketing teams to ensure effective and collaborative Procurement, optimal product mix, pricing/margin and information sharing, consistent strategies, understanding of internal and external customer needs and alignment of Corporate, Regional and Divisional goals.</div></li><li><div>
Development and execution of a strategic purchasing program within each of the primary protein categories. Identifies strategic purchasing opportunities within this alignment and coordinates the execution of these initiatives.</div></li><li><div>
Approves projects and initiatives that utilize Division resources and support Divisional needs and initiatives.</div></li><li><div>
Assists in the creation and development of KPIs for each Regional and National Procurement team.</div></li><li><div>
Identifies, creates and analyzes KPI reporting to ensure better utilization of Regional and National Procurement resources.</div></li><li><div>
Develops operational budget for the department. Routinely monitors, manages and controls budget, analyzes variances and takes appropriate action and develops plans for productivity improvements.</div></li><li><div>
Represents procurement, through participation in the creation of the annual, national, and division plans.</div></li><li><div>
Ensures effective control of procurement results at the regional and divisional level, and takes corrective action to guarantee that the achievement of procurement objectives falls within designated budgets and the maximization of return on investment.</div></li><li><div>
Ensures Divisional and Regional product and sourcing needs are represented, through effective communication and strategic planning sessions with the Home Office Teams</div></li><li><div>
Attends and contributes to National category and corporate product marketing meetings, Regional Regional and National Procurement, Divisional Planning Sessions, Leadership Meetings, Sales meetings, food shows campaigns, promotions and other events and projects as assigned.</div></li><li><div>
Interviews, hires, trains and retains staff. Conducts bi-annual performance reviews for direct reports, initiating follow through with disciplinary action and termination in consultation with Human Resources.</div></li><li><div>
Develops and executes succession and annual procurement plans and assists procurement leaders with the development and execution of their team&rsquo;s development plans</div></li><li><div>
Creates an environment that stimulates an interest in research, an expectation for data collection and the integration of findings into operational and strategic planning.</div></li><li><div>
Performs other duties as assigned.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:</div><ul><li><div>
Proficient leadership abilities, capable of motivating and persuading others and influencing direction without explicit authority.</div></li><li><div>
Proficient communication skills &#8208; both written and verbal &#8208; to communicate effectively with a broad&#8208;based team including diverse internal stakeholders and vendors.</div></li><li><div>
Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail</div></li><li><div>
Excellent customer service, mentoring, interpersonal and communication skills.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to take big data and convert into information to support strategic initiatives.</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to develop, refine, communicate, and implement plans and to set and define goals.</div></li><li><div>
Must have industry, and segment knowledge and be able to analyze and interpret data.</div></li><li><div>
Must have good time management, administration, and organizational skills.</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to build relationships, network, influence and link resources to plan and execute business practices.</div></li><li><div>
Must have the ability to multitask and be able to work &ldquo;exceptional&rdquo; hours including evenings and weekends and be able to take on new responsibilities with a strong desire to succeed.</div></li><li><div>
Develops solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of the principles and methods of category management, sourcing and procurement, cost and pricing, sales and marketing metrics, strategies and tactics.</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>
Deep understanding of how to position and evangelize Category strategies to senior level executives.</div></li><li><div>
Experience in B2B sales and marketing &ndash; i.e., relationship-based marketing with complex buying cycles.</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>
Ability to inject creativity, fresh thinking, and new perspectives into business approaches.</div></li><li><div>
Social perceptiveness - awareness of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do</div></li><li><div>
Judgment and decision making - considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Equipment / Tools / Technology:</div><ul><li><div>
Desktop or laptop computer</div></li><li><div>
Google Apps (Gmail, Calendar, Sites, Drive, Docs, Groups)</div></li><li><div>
Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer)</div></li><li><div>
Networked printer/copier/facsimile machine</div></li><li><div>
Specialty systems - including cost, pricing and reporting systems</div></li><li><div>
Teleconferencing equipment</div></li><li><div>
&ldquo;Big data&rdquo; management and reporting tools. (e.g. micro strategy)</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Educational &amp; Experience Requirements:</div><div>
Bachelor Degree in Marketing, Business or related field</div><div></div><div><div>
Minimum Years of Experience:</div><div>
8-10 years previous experience in merchandising, marketing, procurement, buying or related field, with two or more years of previous management experience.</div></div><div></div><div>
You are required to provide your most recent employment experience for your application to be considered complete.</div><div></div><div>
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!</div><div></div><div>
Halperns' Steak &amp; Seafood values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Halperns' Steak &amp; Seafood customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.</div><div></div><div>
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Halperns' Steak &amp; Seafood. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.</div><div></div><div>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to halpernshr@gfs.com and use the words &ldquo;Accommodation Request&rdquo; in your subject line.</div></div>

Director of Procurement

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Director of Procurement