Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager – Fruits & Vegetables

Location: Cincinnati, OH (On-Site)

We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager with deep, proven expertise in the global commodities market, specifically in fruit and vegetable supply chains. This role is critical to ensuring cost competitiveness and supply continuity for all fruit- and vegetable-based raw materials. The successful candidate must possess an acute understanding of the economic, global, and regulatory factors that directly affect the cost of any direct or indirect material the company purchases, and leverage this knowledge to execute strategies that deliver significant financial value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Commodity Market Expertise and Cost Management: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for fruits & vegetable commodities to achieve cost savings, with a goal of delivering annual PPV results. Monitor global fruit and vegetable markets, economic indicators, and regulatory changes to inform sourcing decisions and provide procurement cost inputs for business planning. Manage vendor invoice price variances and ensure FP&A is aware of any major price movements.

• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Lead complex supply negotiations to achieve competitive advantages and mitigate risk, utilizing structured processes (e.g., RFPs, make/buy analysis).

• Supply Chain and Stakeholder Alignment: Develop category plans that support business strategy. Collaborate with internal teams (NPD, Quality, and Operations) to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

• Supplier Management: Manage overall supplier performance, including contractual and performance negotiations, and build strategic supplier relationships.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.

• Experience: +7 years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, with a preference for experience in food manufacturing.