Manager, Procurement

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Base Salary: $132,349 - $161,594

Bonus Eligible

Location: Remote

The ideal candidate will be based in Cabazon CA, Dallas TX, Zephyrhills FL, Framingham MA, or Stamford CT.

Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA)

Retirement/Investing:

401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment

Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits

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  Build and execute category strategies in partnership with stakeholders across Customer Direct and other business units, including Canadian business partners.

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  Lead RFIs/RFPs, competitive bids, and supplier selections; develop should-cost/total cost of ownership perspectives and negotiate commercial terms.

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  Partner with Legal and internal stakeholders to draft, negotiate, and finalize contracts, statements of work (SOWs), and service-level agreements (SLAs).

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  Drive measurable value: identify savings opportunities, reduce total cost of ownership, and improve working capital and cost-to-serve where applicable.

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  Manage supplier performance (quality, service, innovation, and risk) through scorecards, business reviews, corrective actions, and continuous improvement plans.

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  Support product and process innovation by bringing supplier ideas, capabilities, and market insights to internal teams.

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  Improve internal procurement efficiency by standardizing processes, templates, and operating rhythms across the categories in scope.

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  Ensure compliance with Corporate Business Principles, procurement policies, and applicable standards; maintain clean documentation and audit-ready sourcing files.

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  3+ years of progressive procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience.

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  Demonstrated ability to lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives (market analysis, RFx, negotiation, supplier selection, contracting, and implementation).

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  Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence partners across functions and at senior levels.

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  Analytical capability to evaluate proposals, build cost comparisons, and develop total cost of ownership perspectives.

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  Comfort working independently across multiple projects and categories in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

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  SAP experience (or comparable ERP) in a procurement setting.

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  Experience sourcing in packaging/closures, retail fixtures or displays, resale/third-party products, recycling and waste, or related indirect categories.

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  Experience drafting and negotiating SOWs/SLAs and managing supplier performance via KPIs and scorecards.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with Primo Brands, apply now!

Salary Range Disclaimer:

The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.