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fruit sourcing lead global procurement

KIND

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  Who are we?
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 Since Day 1, KIND has had a vision for a kinder and healthier world. A world in which people never have to choose between what tastes good, feels good, and does good when it comes to their snacking.
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 Our iconic KIND&reg; bars &ndash; made with real, recognizable ingredients &ndash; sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category back in 2004. Now, KIND has a family of more than 80 snacks that offer solutions for a variety of occasions. All of KIND's products lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient &ndash; like nuts or whole grains &ndash; and do not contain genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners.
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 We&rsquo;re looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in health &amp; wellness and positively impact society along the way. If you&rsquo;re looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you&rsquo;ve found the right place.
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  What You'll Do
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 As the Fruit Sourcing Lead&ndash; Global Procurement you will play a critical role in Mars Health and Wellness&rsquo;s Procurement organization. You will work collaboratively with global cross functional teams (BU Procurement, SQA, R&amp;D, Ops, Finance) to support the creation of strategies and support Tr&uuml; Fr&uuml;, KIND, and Nature&rsquo;s Bakery globally. You will drive business continuity and risk mitigation, collaborate on value leadership/innovation initiatives, be an owner in the SRM process, and deliver in the continuous improvement in the Value Chain. And this is how you will do it&hellip;.
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   Strategic development and execution of integrated business buying strategy for a diverse range of fruit products; (IQF, Dried/Freeze Dried, Fruit Pastes, etc) achieving cost, cash, quality and service targets. Focused on strategic goals linked to critical business needs.
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   Collaborate with suppliers, external manufacturing partners to manage inbound supply for production (forecasts, order tracking, pricing, etc).
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   Rigorously apply the Strategic Sourcing Methodology to develop the appropriate procurement strategy and selection of key suppliers.
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   Lead cost reduction initiatives and continually optimize inbound supply chain and fit for purpose specifications for materials.
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   Analyze commodity and economic markets; accurately assess supply and demand; identify and manage market risks and opportunities; build a buying plan and adjust price risk management strategy based on insights.
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   Provide cyclical estimates on buying performances versus pervious cycle, budget and market updates in Commodity Buying Forum.
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   Accountable for cash delivery from supplier payment terms and deployment of supplier financing where appropriate.
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   Drive continuous improvement of material quality, specification management and logistics performance of the suppliers.
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   Represent Procurement at various activity team meetings with timely and accurate information related to innovation.
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   Influence the external environment for competitive advantage or for the good of the industry.
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   Be a catalyst for innovation by being the eyes and ears of the company in seeking out new materials, new origins, new opportunities for competitive advantage.
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   Contract recommendations for Commodities are made by this position.
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  What You'll Bring To Mars
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   Strong collaboration skills and can work cross-functionally to create opportunities, improve process and execute projects.
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   Understanding of Integrated Business Processes and support of innovation tied to output.
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   Experience managing suppliers in a Supplier Performance or Relationship Management program (SPM/SRM) which has improved suppliers&rsquo; performance and impact.
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   Ability to work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.
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   Ability to support development of, and execute, a 2-5 year strategy.
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   Previous experience in agricultural ingredients, commodities
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   Track record of identifying and delivering value leadership opportunities, driving growth for the organization.
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  You are...
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   Able to generate high-quality work in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment. Well organized and can work on multiple initiatives, while moving actions to completion to hit timelines. You get things done.
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   An effective communicator, highly collaborative and build great relationships, with the ability to hold the tension when appropriate.
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   Highly analytical and inquisitive, moving data into insights that you clearly communicate, and which can be easily understood.
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   Passionate about sustainability and wellness. You look for opportunities to reduce our environmental impact and support wellness initiatives.
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   Highly ethical and trustworthy, inspiring trust in others.
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   Proactive and energetic, always looking for ways to improve or take things to the next level.
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   Extremely curious and are an innate problem solver. You love to learn and continuously grow your skills.
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  You have...
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Food Science, or Engineering preferred; MBA or MS a plus.
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   5-7 years relevant working experience, with at least 3 years in a Fortune 500 Procurement organization or equivalent.
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   Prior experience in vendor qualification program.
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   Prior experience in supplier led innovation.
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   Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multi-functional teams, especially with R&amp;D, Operations, and manufacturing sites.
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   Successful execution of strategic sourcing initiatives in multiple Procurement categories.
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   Demonstrated track record of implemented year over year cost savings initiatives and ability to develop a cost savings project pipeline.
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   Highly analytical and proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel. Proficiency in PowerPoint.
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 Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is
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  $125,000 to $155,000
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 . Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.
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  What KIND Offers
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   401(K) or RRSP's with generous company match
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   Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you, including summer hours. Paid parental leave.
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   Excellent health, dental &amp; vision insurance, with options to fit you &amp; your family&rsquo;s needs
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   Company paid disability and life insurance to provide income protection
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   Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical wellbeing via programs like Employee Assistance Program, a wellness subsidy, healthy food options and gym facility in HQ.
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   Casual office dress code&ndash; feel free to wear your KIND gear
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   Stock up on your favorite KIND bars to share with your family &amp; friends, through a quarterly voucher
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   Training &amp; tuition reimbursement program, because continuing to learn matters and we support your development
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   A dynamic, ambitious, fun and KIND work environment
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   Charitable Donation Matching: KIND matches your charitable donations up to $1000 annually through our donation matching portal.
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  EEO
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 At KIND, we are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. KIND is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
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  Privacy Policy
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 Mars and its family of brands is committed to transparency and responsibility in how we handle the personal data entrusted to us by our customers and consumers. To learn more about our privacy policy please follow this link.
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Fruit Sourcing Lead - Global Procurement

Kraft Heinz

<div>The Procurement Buyer is a member of Kraft Heinz&rsquo;s North American Procurement team and plays a role in identifying multifaceted sources of the various categories with a total spend of $75MM across the NA Zone. You will deliver value to the organization by facilitating the strategic sourcing process, establishing, and maintaining relationships with suppliers, and developing the category strategy and ongoing category management. You will help us live our value of Daring to Do Better Every Day by delivering productivity and cash flow targets that are focused on our Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You will work and collaborate closely with several cross-functional areas.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description
</b></h2><div><div><p><b>Essential </b><b>Functions &amp; </b><b>Responsibilities
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p><b>Strategic Sourcing: </b>Most of your focus will be on facilitating the strategic sourcing process for the category and related sub categories . You will be expected to develop a thorough understanding of the market and the conditions affecting cost and product availability through m arket and industry analysis, supplier research and review, category, and supplier segmentation . You will lead sourcing events, analysis, negotiations, contracting, and implementation .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b>Category Strategy: </b>You will be responsible for develop ing the c ategory strategy and ongoing category management result ing from sourcing activities to ensure the most effective supply base design. You will collaborate with risk management to understand product pricing movements and develop mitigation and/or optimization strategies to support.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b>Category Management </b><b>: </b>The scope of this position includes category financial planning and budget setting as related to respective spending areas. You will need to be able to problem solve unexpected supply, new product development, and project timeline challenges to support the business.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b>Project Management: </b>The role will deliver specific productivity and cash flow targets in relation to their categories in alignment with overarching goals and objectives for the NA Procurement organization , focusing on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This position is linked closely with several cross-functional areas from an overall project management perspective and strategy execution .<br>
</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b>Expected Experience </b><b>&amp; Required Skills
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain or operations management , finance, or related field. Candidates with equivalent related experience will be considered instead of a degree.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>2 + year s of experience in direct procurement, purchasing , strategic sourcing, or a related field . Commodity and price risk management experience is highly beneficial.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills and interpersonal and presentation skills.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to understand, organize , and communicate complex information in an easily understandable format tailored to various audiences.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, support requests from , and interact directly across all levels of the organization.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>We &ldquo;own &rdquo; it at KHC , and success requires a results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive individual .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Have strong analytical, planning, and execution skills, including exceptional attention to detail.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Possess a s trategic mindset; c an effectively articulate various perspectives and impacts of issues and understand the future implications for the business . Able to see all sides and the inherent value to stakeholders.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Able to effectively negotiate and influence business decisions and change.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Able to multitask and juggle projects at varying levels of complexity.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Advanced p roficiency in Microsoft Office Suite ( Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook ) and understanding of source-to-pay tools (SAP, A r iba , etc.) .<br>
</p></li></ul></div><div><p><br>
<b>Work Environment &amp; Schedule
</b></p></div><div><p>This position is considered a normal office environment with limited travel or visits to external locations; offices are open workspaces. To create a more agile and modern workplace, we allow Chicago/A on Center based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week and expect them to work in-person during the defined core days at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek.
</p></div></div><p></p><p>Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.
</p><p></p><p><b>New Hire Base Salary Range:
</b></p>$77,800.00 - $97,300.00
<p></p><p><b>Bonus: </b>This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
</p><p></p><p><i>The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
</i></p><p></p><p><b>Benefits: </b>Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
</p><p></p><p><b>Wellbeing: </b>We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
</p><p></p><p>You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
</p><ul><li><p>Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
</p></li><li><p>Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
</p></li><li><p>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
</p></li><li><p>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Location(s)
</b></p>Chicago/Aon Center<br>
<p></p><p><br>
<b>Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority </b><b>Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals </b><b>with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. </b><b>In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact </b>NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com <b>for assistance.</b></p></div><p></p>

Buyer, Ingredients - Other Vegetables

Buyer, Ingredients - Gelatin, Pectin, Vinegar, & Preservatives

<div>As the Senior Manager for Procurement Business Planning, you will play a crucial role in supporting the North American Zone (U.S. and Canada) Indirect procurement leadership team. You will be responsible for enhancing the effectiveness of the function by providing strategic guidance, managing key projects, and driving efficient business operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, strategic planning, and project management, with exceptional communication and organizational skills.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description
</b></h2><p><b>Essential Functions &amp; Responsibilities
</b></p><ul><li>Support the Indirect Procurement leadership team with running the business and key procurement rituals and routines, i.e., staff meetings, managing group-wide deliverables, and preparing materials for senior-level meetings.
</li></ul><ul><li>Execute portfolio and business planning processes with the Indirect Procurement team. Includes acting as a gatekeeper for the sourcing table, reviewing material and team readiness, scheduling packages to be reviewed, and documenting actions from sourcing regularly.
</li></ul><ul><li>Act as a liaison between the Indirect Leadership Team and buying teams to provide leadership support.
</li></ul><ul><li>Analyze the execution of functional initiatives versus the functional business plan.
</li></ul><ul><li>Collect and analyze key metrics and recommend solutions.
</li></ul><ul><li>Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents for internal and external stakeholders.
</li></ul><ul><li>Organize and coordinate category review meetings, including setting agendas and actions and documenting outcomes.
</li></ul><ul><li>Champions our KraftHeinz organizational values and helps drive our procurement vision.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Expected Experience &amp; Required Skills
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in marketing, supply chain management, finance, business, or equivalent. MBA and advanced Procurement qualifications preferred. Candidates with equivalent experience and/or education will be considered.
</li></ul><ul><li>At least 5 to 7 years of Procurement experience, with a minimum of 3 years of procurement experience.
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong Business acumen with the ability to understand and explain Procurement results and variances to non-Procurement audiences.
</li></ul><ul><li>Results-oriented, adept at solving complex challenges and dealing with ambiguity; anticipates and adjusts to problems and obstacles in the team or the organization.
</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proven track record of building effective business relationships.
</li></ul><ul><li>Proven project management and solid analytical, consultative, and diagnostic skills; able to make sound, data-driven business decisions. Prior experience with multi-workstream project management is critical to success in this role.
</li></ul><ul><li>Self-starter, highly motivated, with strong results orientation, ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional teams, and adapt to changing requirements and environments with limited oversight.
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong critical and strategic thinker who considers various perspectives and impacts of issues and can project them into the future.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to quickly develop organizational agility, e.g., knows how to get things done through formal and informal channels and is an effective delegator.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to influence and coach without direct accountability, supporting NA Indirect Procurement teams in achieving results.
</li></ul><ul><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and understanding of source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, Workday, etc.).
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Work Environment &amp; Schedule
</b></p><p>This position is considered a typical office environment with limited travel or visits to external locations; offices are open workspaces. To create a more agile and modern workplace, we allow Chicago/Aon Center-based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week and expect them to work in person during the defined core days at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek.
</p><p></p><p>Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.
</p><p></p><p><b>New Hire Base Salary Range:
</b></p>$120,800.00 - $151,000.00
<p></p><p><b>Bonus: </b>This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
</p><p></p><p><i>The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
</i></p><p></p><p><b>Benefits: </b>Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
</p><p></p><p><b>Wellbeing: </b>We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
</p><p></p><p>You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
</p><ul><li><p>Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
</p></li><li><p>Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
</p></li><li><p>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
</p></li><li><p>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Location(s)
</b></p>Chicago/Aon Center<br>
<p></p><p><br>
<b>Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority </b><b>Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals </b><b>with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. </b><b>In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact </b>NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com <b>for assistance.</b></p></div><p></p>

Sr. Manager, Indirects - Business Planning

Conexus Food Solutions

<div><p><b>Salary Range: </b>40,000 - 55,000<br>
<b>Schedule: </b>5 Day Work Week (Onsite)<br>
<b>Site Address: </b>6500 W 51st Chicago, IL 60638<br>
<br>
<b>Who We Are</b></p><p>
Conexus Food is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.</p><p>
At Conexus Food , we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.</p><p><b>
Position Overview:</b><br>
We are seeking a results-driven Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support our Corporate Category Manager in sourcing and managing key commodities. This position will focus on analyzing market trends, building supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring supply chain stability. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for the food and commodities space.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Assist in the development and execution of sourcing strategies for major commodity categories (e.g., dry goods, sweeteners, oils, grains, dairy, etc.)</p></li><li><p>
Issue and manage purchase orders across multiple commodities and customer segments</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate with the supply chain replenishment team to ensure timely fulfillment of demand via drop shipments to DCs and outside customers</p></li><li><p>
Support demand planning and inventory optimization through a strong understanding of MRP and replenishment principles</p></li><li><p>
Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to drive value, service, and innovation</p></li><li><p>
Monitor commodity markets and industry trends to inform buying decisions and risk management strategies</p></li><li><p>
Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to ensure cost competitiveness and security of supply</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with internal teams including DC operations, sales, and finance to align procurement with operational needs</p></li><li><p>
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, supplier performance, service levels, and inventory turns</p></li><li><p>
Maintain accurate documentation including contracts, specifications, supplier scorecards, and procurement records</p></li><li><p>
Help resolve supply disruptions, quality issues, and vendor performance concerns</p></li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, Food Science, Economics, or a related field</p></li><li><p>
1+ year of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity trading (food industry preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience with purchase order management and coordinating drop shipments</p></li><li><p>
Solid understanding of MRP systems and replenishment processes</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable working with data and market indices (e.g., Urner Barry, USDA, CME)</p></li><li><p>
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills</p></li><li><p>
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and procurement software</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities</p></li><li><p>
Occasional travel to supplier sites and DCs as needed</p></li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Experience in commodity markets</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with logistics and freight coordination in a distribution environment</p></li><li><p>
Prior experience with foodservice or wholesale distribution</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Benefits Offered:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Medical Insurance &ndash; Comprehensive coverage to help you and your family stay healthy.</p></li><li><p>
Dental Insurance &ndash; Preventive care and treatments to keep your smile bright.</p></li><li><p>
Vision Insurance &ndash; Coverage for eye exams, glasses, and contacts.</p></li><li><p>
Pet Insurance &ndash; Help ensure your furry friends are covered for unexpected medical expenses.</p></li><li><p>
Life Insurance &ndash; Financial protection for your loved ones in the event of the unexpected.</p></li><li><p>
401(k) Plan &ndash; Save for your future with access to a retirement savings plan.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match: Save for your future and grow your retirement savings with company contributions.</p></li><li><p>
Career development in a growing organization</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
Sponsorship for Employment</b><br>
Conexus Food Solutions does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.</p><p></p><p>
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Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Dry Food Commodities

<div>As the Procurement Lead for Innovation Elevation and MCCS, you will lead a team tasked with creating new capabilities that reimagine how Kraft Heinz innovates to deliver new disruptive food-based solutions. You will be challenged with building and executing the sourcing strategy to optimize our innovation projects' profitability and chances of success. You will be responsible for empowering your team and stakeholders to leverage our supplier&rsquo;s expertise to accelerate the company&rsquo;s growth. You will bring a depth of commercialization, collaboration, and procurement expertise to the Business Units you are working with to drive matters related to sourcing, supplier development, negotiations, commercialization, and process development. Success in this role requires a highly collaborative professional who can effectively partner with dynamic client groups including business units, supplier partners, and cross-functional teams developing the strategy of the brands we expect to grow the fastest. You will support marketing and R&amp;D in the end-to-end direction from creating the vision and pipeline to building out the product or business model, all the way through in-market launches.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description
</b></h2><div><div><p><b>Essential </b><b>Functions &amp; </b><b>Responsibilities
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Create, deliver, and execute the external innovation category strategy for Elevation and MCCS .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Execute the supplier selection process by i dentifying and developing suppliers capable of delivering products or services that meet or exceed KHC requirements.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Establish trust and build effective business relationships with suppliers for long-term partnerships .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Be a leader on cross-functional workstreams to deliver fit-for-purpose practices (R&amp;D, quality, regulatory, legal, sales, etc.) .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Coach teams through scal ing products for concepts and ideas from incubation at small-scale pilot facilities through accelerated test market launches to full-scale factory production and national launch.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Coordinate hand - off to Category Managers after product stabilization .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Embrace an open and inclusive environment that allows continuous improvement and learning.<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>People Management Responsibilities
</b></p></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p>Team (salaried): 2 direct reports<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>Expected Experience </b><b>&amp; Required Skills
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, operations, finance, business, or equivalent. MBA and advanced Procurement qualifications preferred . Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience or education will be considered in lieu of a degree .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>5 to 7 years of experience in Procurement (i.e., Indirect, CAPEX, Ingredients, or Packaging) and five or more years of applicable business experience in the food industry (i.e., R&amp;D, Engineering, etc.). Possess extensive experience in the complete commercialization process .
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Knowledge of the commercialization requirements, ability to identify risks , and develop creative solutions to deliver end results.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Strong b usiness and financial acumen with the ability to understand and explain Procurement results and variances to non-procurement audiences.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Experience with managing and forecasting complex portfolios and budgets.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Results-oriented, adept at solving complex challenges and dealing with ambiguity; anticipates and adjusts to problems and obstacles in the team or the organization.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>High results orientation and takes the initiative and bias for action with drive-through resolution.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Excellent verbal and written communication skills ; proven track record of building effective business relationships.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to effectively negotiate and influence business decisions and change.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Process-thinking mindset to drive new processes and value streams.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Effective at establishing trust , building effective business relationships, and getting things done through others.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to quickly develop organizational agility, i.e., know how to get things done through formal and informal channels.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Growth mindset, model lifelong curiosity and learning.
</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and have an understanding for source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.).<br>
</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>Work Environment &amp; Schedule
</b></p></div><div><p>This position is considered a typical office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces. To create a more agile and modern workplace, we allow office-based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week and expect them to work in person during the defined core days at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek.
</p></div></div><p></p><p>Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.
</p><p></p><p><b>New Hire Base Salary Range:
</b></p>$141,500.00 - $176,900.00
<p></p><p><b>Bonus: </b>This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
</p><p></p><p><i>The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
</i></p><p></p><p><b>Benefits: </b>Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
</p><p></p><p><b>Wellbeing: </b>We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
</p><p></p><p>You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
</p><ul><li><p>Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
</p></li><li><p>Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
</p></li><li><p>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
</p></li><li><p>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Location(s)
</b></p>Chicago/Aon Center<br>
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<b>Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority </b><b>Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals </b><b>with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. </b><b>In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact </b>NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com <b>for assistance.</b></p></div><p></p>

Group Lead, Procurement – Accelerate Platforms

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At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging &ndash; but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Solution Sales Expert &ndash; Finance and Spend (Procurement) - Midwest</b></p><p><b>
Role Overview</b></p><p></p><p><br>
The Solution Sales Executive (SSE) Expert is responsible for combining deep SAP expertise, business acumen, and end-to-end solution area domain knowledge to drive LoB cloud revenue, customer success, accelerate adoption of innovation (especially AI), and position the organization as a market leader. The SSE shapes transformative solutions and delivers measurable value to customers through thought leadership, innovation, and strategic execution&mdash;supporting both specific Lines of Business (LoB) and the overall &ldquo;One SAP&rdquo; strategy.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position will be responsible for selling SAP&rsquo;s Finance and Spend Software, specifically the Procurement sub-solution. Qualifications for the position will require a minimum of <b>12 years of experience</b> to include subject matter expertise with a proven track record of <b>selling Procurement solutions over the most recent 4 plus years.</b> You may review SAP solutions for Procurement here: Spend Management Software Solutions | SAP</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What You'll</b> Do</p><br>
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Account ownership &amp; strategy: Serve as the designated Line-of-Business owner for assigned accounts, owning the end-to-end relationship and developing multi-year strategic account plans that align customer objectives with company goals and the broader account team&rsquo;s direction.</li><li>
Drive the end-to-end customer value journey with domain expertise: Apply deep Procurement applications expertise to map current-state processes, identify high-impact gaps, and design a prioritized transformation roadmap that delivers measurable business value across the customer lifecycle.</li><li>
Pipeline &amp; opportunity management: Proactively identify, qualify, and develop expansion opportunities within existing accounts, building a healthy pipeline, forecasting revenue, and coordinating with sales to convert opportunities into closed deals.</li><li>
Product success &amp; innovation: Lead go-to-market efforts for new products and capabilities&mdash;engaging early with customers to validate concepts, capture feedback, and influence product roadmaps&mdash;with particular focus on AI and other innovation initiatives that accelerate value.</li><li>
Enablement, demos &amp; prototypes: Ensure demo systems, trial environments, and enablement assets are production-ready; support solution advisors and learning teams to deliver scalable training, as well as tailored demos, proofs-of-concept, and prototypes using customer-specific scenarios and data.</li><li>
Value proposition &amp; executive engagement: Co-create compelling executive-level narratives and ROI analyses (value leakage, cost-to-serve, TCO improvements) with value advisors; lead strategic discovery and workshops to gain executive alignment and accelerate buying decisions beyond formal RFP cycles.</li><li>
Commercial negotiations: Lead complex commercial discussions including pricing, contract terms, and cloud revenue models, balancing customer expectations with profitability and long-term strategic value for the business.</li><li>
Adoption &amp; consumption: Partner with Customer Success and adoption teams to drive usage, monitor consumption metrics, manage escalations, secure customer references, and implement continuous improvement actions to maximize realized value.</li><li>
Customer success &amp; field impact: Own Procurement-application deal cycles and renewal negotiations, driving end-to-end field engagement and executive sponsorship to prioritize investments and deliver measurable outcomes tied to agreed KPIs.</li><li>
Relationship building &amp; governance: Cultivate C-suite and buying-center relationships to align stakeholders, convert sponsors into advocates, and run Quarterly Business Reviews focused on adoption, innovation, risk mitigation, and opportunity identification.</li><li>
Ecosystem &amp; partner engagement: Manage strategic alliances with consulting and systems integrator partners (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, Accenture, Deloitte, PwC, EY), co-developing joint solutions and go-to-market approaches while maintaining close partner account-level relationships.</li><li>
Collaboration &amp; orchestration: Orchestrate cross-functional execution with Sales, Product, Marketing, Solution Architects, and Delivery teams to ensure account strategies are integrated into the GTM engine and that responsibilities, timelines, and outcomes are jointly owned.</li><li>
Competitive &amp; industry expertise: Maintain up-to-date technical and functional knowledge of SAP and adjacent solutions as well as market and competitor trends; use that insight to position differentiated solutions that address industry-specific challenges and win competitive deals.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
What You Bring</b></p><br>
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Quota carrying sales experience with a management consulting type profile with 10-15 Years Industry or Practitioner experience driving software sales; Executive relationship building skills with proven C-suite influence including CFO&rsquo;s &amp; CPO&rsquo;s.</li><li>
B2B enterprise experience with multi-stakeholder SaaS cycles, plus top-tier consulting and deep industry expertise.</li></ul><ul><li>
Proven experience in account management, solution sales, or customer success roles.</li><li>
Strong understanding of solution sales, customer value realization, and account planning methodologies; Expansion selling track record (account growth).</li><li>
Deep domain expertise related to Finance and Spend (Procurement) applications, with strong understanding of AI and innovation trends.</li><li>
Maps value levers and tell a quantified ROI storytelling and compelling business case creation</li></ul><ul><li>
Strategic thinking, business acumen, relationship building and client advocacy skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed environment and influence without direct authority.</li><li>
Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p>
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Bring out your best</b><br>
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
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<b>We win with inclusion</b><br>
SAP&rsquo;s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone &ndash; regardless of background &ndash; feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.<br>
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SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.<br>
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For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.</div><div><br>
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Compensation Range Transparency</b>: SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP&rsquo;s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 256400 - 435800(USD) USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits.</div><div><b><br>
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process</b></div><div>
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process.
</div><div>Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.<br>
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Requisition ID: 443817 | Work Area: Sales | Expected Travel: 0 - 50% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid</div></div>

Solution Sales Expert - Finance and Spend (Procurement) - Midwest

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