Head of Supply Chain and Procurement
2 weeks ago
QCS Purchasing Cooperative is a leading supply-chain solutions provider and the largest purchasing cooperative of its kind in the food and beverage industry. We leverage deep industry knowledge, consultative expertise, technology, and resources to help members manage their buying more efficiently and cost-effectively. QCS Purchasing Cooperative is committed to empowering our member-owner companies through strategic partnerships and innovative purchasing solutions.
Position Overview: The Program Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and growing QCS Purchasing programs that deliver measurable value to QCS members. This role serves as the primary commercial and relationship owner for assigned procurement categories, balancing member advocacy, supplier performance, and QCS growth objectives.
The Program Manager acts as a trusted advisor to members and a strategic partner to suppliers, combining technical expertise, relationship-building, and consultative selling to drive program adoption, participation, and long-term value.
Lead and execute category strategies that increase annual volume, member satisfaction, member value, and participation in QCS programs.
· Strengthen QCS’s position as a value-added procurement partner to its membership.
· Identify, build, and execute sourcing strategies in support of QCS Member needs and organizational objectives.
· Serve as the primary relationship owner for assigned supply partners and categories, building trust with stakeholders across member relations, marketing, procurement, finance, and leadership.
· Support members with supply chain needs including total cost reduction, service optimization, sustainability, risk mitigation, innovation, and operational efficiency.
· Supplier site visits and performance reviews
· Negotiate, implement, and manage contracts and service agreements, ensuring alignment with member needs and compliance with QCS standards.
· Communicate category strategy, market conditions, and program performance internally and externally.
· Track and report on industry developments, including pricing trends, capacity constraints, innovation, and regulatory considerations.
· Conduct regular member interactions (virtual and onsite) to understand operational needs and uncover new value opportunities.
· Strong, trusted relationships with QCS members and supplier partners.
· Improved supplier performance and program execution.
· A Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline is preferred
Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Working knowledge of business intelligence tools.
Your previous coworkers could use the following words to describe you: committed, collaborative, approachable, articulate, and flexible
You have the ability to travel multiple days at a time, averaging about two trips per month.
At QCS Purchasing Cooperative, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to driving growth and value for our member-owners. Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Employer-paid disability and life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company contributions
Paid holidays and floating holiday
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for the Program (Procurement) Manager position at QCS Purchasing Cooperative.
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