Navis Food Partners · 12 hours ago
Procurement Manager
West Haven,CT,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expNavis Food Partners is a leading foodservice company seeking a highly qualified Procurement Manager for their City Line Distributors operation. The role involves developing and executing procurement strategies to ensure reliable supply and cost efficiency while managing supplier relationships and inventory coordination.
Food Production
Responsibilities
Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements with suppliers to achieve favorable commercial outcomes
Establish, maintain, and strengthen strategic relationships with vendors and key suppliers
Evaluate supplier performance related to cost, quality, service levels, and reliability, and take corrective action as needed
Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of procurement professionals by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and supporting performance and professional growth
Build a collaborative, accountable team culture by establishing scalable processes, allocating work effectively, and promoting continuous improvement
Support hiring, onboarding, and capability development as the organization grows, while modeling the company’s values and partnering effectively across the business
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business goals, margin targets, and growth plans
Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supplier dynamics to inform sourcing decisions
Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers, improve contract terms, and support long-term cost optimization
Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with warehouse, operations, and logistics teams to ensure product availability
Plan, place, and manage purchase orders to minimize shortages, excess inventory, and obsolescence
Ensure timely and accurate delivery of products in line with demand forecasts and operational needs
Manage procurement budgets and ensure purchasing decisions align with financial targets
Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives without compromising quality, service, or food safety standards
Track procurement spend, savings, and variances; provide regular reporting to leadership
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Partner with quality and food safety teams to ensure suppliers meet required certifications and quality expectations
Maintain accurate documentation related to contracts, pricing, supplier approvals, and compliance records
Work closely with operations, logistics, sales, finance, and quality teams to align procurement with business needs
Communicate sourcing strategies, supply risks, and purchasing updates to internal stakeholders
Support new product introductions, promotions, and demand changes through proactive sourcing coordination
Leverage procurement systems and tools to track purchasing data, supplier performance, and market conditions
Prepare and present reports and insights related to spend, savings, supplier metrics, and risk exposure
Use data to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making
Identify supply chain risks, including supplier concentration, market volatility, and logistics disruptions
Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of supply
Respond effectively to supplier issues and disruptions to minimize operational impact
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 10 years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, preferably in food distribution, manufacturing, or consumer products, with at least 3 years managing a team
Proven experience negotiating supplier contracts and managing vendor relationships
Strong understanding of inventory management, forecasting, and supply chain operations
Working knowledge of food safety, quality standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, USDA, etc.)
Experience working cross-functionally with operations, finance, logistics, and sales teams
Proficiency with ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems, MS Office with advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Company
Navis Food Partners
A holding company focused on building a premier independent foodservice distribution platform in the Northeast.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase