Director, Strategic Sourcing - MRO & Capital

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THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:

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As the Director, Strategic Sourcing, you will lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across direct, indirect, MRO, and capital categories, driving value, supply assurance, and operational efficiency. You will manage approximately $1 billion in spend across a diverse vendor portfolio, guiding supplier selection, contract negotiations, and strategic relationship management. You will lead and develop a high-performing sourcing organization while partnering cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with enterprise objectives, continuously improving cost management, sourcing processes, and vendor performance.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Lead Strategic Procurement Initiatives: Develop and oversee enterprise procurement programs, including purchasing, contract negotiation, vendor selection, and RFx processes using structured evaluation frameworks.

• Drive High-Stakes Negotiations: Apply advanced negotiation strategies to secure favorable commercial outcomes, maximize leverage, and manage complex, high-value agreements across spend categories.

• Execute Cost Optimization Strategies: Establish and manage cost reduction and value-creation goals, driving initiatives across multiple spend areas to improve financial performance.

• Risk Management & Compliance: Actively manage supply, operational, and commercial risks while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.

• Enhance Supplier Performance: Lead continuous improvement efforts to improve vendor service levels, performance, innovation adoption, and alignment with business objectives.

• Strengthen Cross-Functional Partnerships: Collaborate with business leaders and functional stakeholders to understand needs, identify savings opportunities, and leverage enterprise purchasing power.

• Optimize Supply Chain & Enterprise Costs: Partner with operational, planning, and procurement teams to reduce costs while maintaining continuity, service reliability, and quality standards.

• Standardize Vendor Relationships: Review and optimize purchasing arrangements to consolidate suppliers, streamline SKUs where applicable, and improve overall cost and service performance.

• Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business, food science, packaging, agri-business, economics, engineering, supply chain or related discipline and 10+ years’ relevant experience in a multiple facility organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

• Leadership Experience: 5+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development is required.

• Strategic Sourcing Expertise: Progressive experience utilizing strategic sourcing methodology and techniques such as value stream management, lean concepts, and contractual alternatives.

• Contract Management: Proven ability in contract reading, writing, negotiation, and execution with a track record of delivering results.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong PC skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of Workday or other procurement tools is a plus.

• Project Management & Analysis: Strong project management skills to support cross-functional initiatives. Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.

• Communication & Collaboration: High-level written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.

• Business & Supply Chain Acumen: Ability to navigate complex, unstructured business challenges with a solid understanding of operational planning and enterprise processes.

• Work Environment & Travel: Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Up to 25% travel to manufacturing plants and vendor locations required.

• Cultural Fit: Demonstrated ability to be respectful, approachable, and supportive while fostering strong relationships and a positive work environment.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• SAP experience is strongly preferred.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

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