Director of Procurement

Family-owned and operated, Bake'n Joy Foods, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of top-quality bakery products that began over eighty years ago in 1941. We manufacture a variety of products for professional bakers including frozen scoop batters, predeposited muffin, cornbread, loaf cakes and Boston Coffee Cakes, mixes as well as an expanding line of fully baked items such as coffee cakes, loaf cakes and more. We remain committed to providing top quality products, service, and value to our customers.

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Director of Procurement

Department: Procurement

Status: Exempt

Effective Date: October 2025

Reports to: President

Summary of Position:

The Director of Procurement leads Bake'n Joy's end-to-end sourcing strategy for raw materials, packaging, and indirect goods to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality supply. This role aligns procurement initiatives with corporate objectives, driving cost optimization, supplier excellence, and operational resilience. The Director partners cross-functionally with Production, R&D, Quality, and Sales to ensure procurement strategies support innovation, growth, and profitability.

Leadership

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Sales, Research & Development, and Food Quality & Safety teams to align sourcing strategies with product development and production needs.
• Forecast procurement needs, monitor stock levels, maintain safety stock, and expedite the delivery of goods when necessary.
• Establish and champion best-in-class procurement practices.
• Stay abreast of relevant economic, industry, supply market, and business conditions to update the strategy and assure adequate and competitive supply of critical products to support ongoing business needs.
• Develop plans and deliver results in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement aligned with the Bake'n Joy culture.
• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to team members, supporting career growth and skill development.
• Grow and develop talent through clear performance expectations, coaching, and regular feedback.

Category Management

• Lead category strategy development and execution across all material types, driving total cost optimization, quality, and supply continuity.
• Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators and continuously refine sourcing plans to improve profitability and working capital.

Supplier and Market Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong, strategic relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier partnerships to ensure reliable supply, quality, and cost competitiveness.
• Lead supplier reviews and continuous improvement initiatives to align vendor performance with Bake'n Joy's operational and financial objectives.
• Anticipate supplier risks that could affect supply or impact financials, including managing the performance of suppliers to drive alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Monitor market dynamics and commodity trends to inform sourcing strategies and mitigate risks.

Operational Procurement Management

• Oversee procurement operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
• Resolve issues with schedule adherence, supplier on-time delivery, required shelf life, quality, and price by working with the appropriate internal teams.
• Manage incoming raw materials and packaging, including inbound transportation, to ensure inventory is maintained at the optimum level to support production needs while keeping inventory at the appropriate levels.

Contracting and Negotiation

• Direct supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management to achieve best-in-class quality, cost, and delivery standards.
• Secure favorable commercial terms while managing contractual risk.
• Monitor commodity markets and implement proactive purchasing strategies to optimize pricing and supply security.

What We Are Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement within manufacturing; at least 4 years in the food industry preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in category management, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement systems; advanced Excel and data analysis skills.

Leadership

• Demonstrated success leading procurement teams and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to deliver cost savings and improve supplier performance.

Compensation:

The typical starting salary range for this position is $141,000-$194,000/year. Several factors, including skills, experience, education, certifications, and the location of the job will determine the actual pay offered. The salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for associates in these positions.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. Bake'n Joy offers its full-time associates a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes affordable, quality healthcare for our associates and their families, life insurance and disability benefits to provide security, and retirement benefits to help plan for the financial future.

Bake'n Joy is committed to fostering an environment where associates from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where associates can succeed, both professionally and personally.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Bake'n Joy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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