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 We have an opportunity of
 
 Procurement Manager - 3P Manufacturing &amp; NPD
 
 for our
 
 FMCG Client
 
 based at Chicago.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Manager to lead 3rd Party Manufacturing (3P), New Product Development (NPD), and Strategic Procurement operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing external manufacturing partners, vendor sourcing, cost optimization, and ensuring seamless material and production flow while driving innovation in NPD. This role requires strong collaboration with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and vendors to achieve operational excellence and deliver new products to market efficiently.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Procurement &amp; Vendor Management
 
 
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 Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business and production goals.
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 Source, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard new vendors and suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and manufacturing services.
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 Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and SLAs with suppliers and 3P partners.
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 Ensure cost optimization, timely procurement, and uninterrupted material availability.
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 Maintain strong supplier relationships and conduct periodic performance evaluations.
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 Ensure procurement compliance with quality, regulatory, and company standards.
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 3rd Party Manufacturing (3P) Management
 
 
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 Develop and manage relationships with 3rd party manufacturers.
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 Monitor production schedules, capacity planning, and operational efficiency.
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 Ensure adherence to quality, regulatory, and compliance standards.
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 Conduct audits and performance reviews of 3P manufacturers.
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 Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
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 New Product Development (NPD)
 
 
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 Coordinate with R&amp;D, marketing, and supply chain for successful product launches.
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 Work with suppliers and 3P manufacturers to finalize material sourcing &amp; production feasibility. Manage timelines, budgets, and resources for new product launches.
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 Oversee trials, testing, and validation processes.
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 Support formulation, packaging, and vendor finalization.
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 Requirements
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, Business Management, or related field.
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 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, or Manufacturing in FMCG / Pharma / Consumer Products.
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 Strong vendor negotiation and sourcing experience.
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 Hands-on experience with 3P manufacturing &amp; NPD processes.
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 Excellent stakeholder management and coordination skills.
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 #newopportunity
 
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Procurement Manager for FMCG Client

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