good2grow™ · 4 days ago
Sr. Procurement Manager - Hybrid (Atlanta)
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expgood2grow™ is a children's beverage company based in Atlanta, Georgia, focused on helping kids consume healthier products. The Senior Procurement Manager will lead sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations, ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality materials while collaborating cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
Food and BeverageRetail
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for juice concentrates, ingredients, packaging, and other raw materials
Identify, assess, and build strong supplier partnerships that deliver competitive costs, consistent quality, and dependable service
Establish and track monthly supplier performance KPIs; address issues proactively and drive corrective actions to ensure accountability
Partnering with Legal, lead the development, negotiation, and ongoing management of supplier agreements to secure favorable terms and conditions
Implement standardized contract templates and processes to drive consistency across suppliers and streamline new-supplier onboarding
Lead and support a team of Buyer/Planners, providing coaching, mentoring, and development to enable career growth
Design and implement Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs to increase flexibility and responsiveness to unexpected changes in demand
Oversee procurement activities, approve purchasing plans, and help resolve supply challenges to prevent business disruptions
Establish and deploy best practices in procurement, forecasting, and inventory management
Champion continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and enhance supplier performance
Assist with month-end inventory close, including physical counts, reconciliations, and resolution of discrepancies
Collaborate with R&D and Quality to source innovative ingredients and packaging, while implementing dual-source strategies for critical materials and components
Partner with Finance and Supply Chain to develop and manage standard costs, resolve variances, and lead cost-reduction initiatives and strategies
Work closely with Manufacturing to ensure on-time delivery of materials that support production schedules
Reduce supply chain risks through strategic diversification and contingency planning
Lead sustainability efforts, including responsible sourcing practices and environmentally friendly packaging initiatives
Track industry trends and regulatory developments in the beverage and toy sectors to inform and adapt procurement strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA is a plus
10+ years of progressive procurement experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
Experience in food & beverage, CPG, or manufacturing industries is highly desirable
Demonstrated success in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost optimization
Strong proficiency with procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics)
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
Deep understanding of sourcing and procurement best practices
Strong analytical skills and comfort making data-driven decisions
Strong analytical mindset, decision-making and problem-solving skills
Ability to influence – communicate clearly and concisely to gain alignment and drive action across varying audiences
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Time management and project management skills a must!
Attention to details and dedication to getting things right
Maintain high level of organization, time management and project management skills, commitment to follow through, enthusiasm, and motivation
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Short and Long Term Disability (along with salary continuation)
A robust Parental Leave Policy
Life Insurance
12 Paid Holidays
Plus a generous Paid Time Off package
Company
good2grow™
good2grow® is a children's beverage company based in Atlanta, Georgia.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Kainos Capital
2021-12-08Acquired
2018-11-26Private Equity
2018-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Joshua Jacobs
CFO
Jonas McCracken
COO
Recent News
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