Procurement Manager

Job overview

The Procurement Manager role is a combination of office and plant work in Troy, NY; compensation is not specified. The position supports a meat food manufacturing operation. The manager leads sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management to maintain a consistent, cost-effective supply of materials while supporting production, food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

What you'll do

• Develop procurement strategies
• source and negotiate contracts for livestock, meat products, ingredients, packaging, and indirect supplies
• manage supplier relationships and market risks
• coordinate inventory planning
• lead cost-reduction initiatives
• ensure supplier compliance with food safety requirements
• collaborate with Quality Assurance, operations, and finance
• manage buyers and planners.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

procurement manager

troy ny

cesna recruitment

meat manufacturing

strategic sourcing

supplier management

contract negotiation

inventory planning

food safety

usda and fda compliance

team leadership

occasional supplier travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Performance-based bonus
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) company match
• paid time off and holidays.

Why this role

The role includes regular interaction with production and cold-storage areas and occasional travel to supplier sites, farms, and processing facilities.

About the employer

Cesna Recruitment is hiring for this role. Industry: Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering. Sector: 31.