Procurement Specialist

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Omaha, NE, USA
Hybrid
64K-95K Annually
Junior
Consumer Web • Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Support procurement operations through data analysis, ERP master data management, spend and contract management for a packaging category, cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and supplier/market analysis. Perform reporting, MRP-related data work, and ad-hoc research to inform sourcing decisions.
Summary Generated by Built In

Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Procurement, you will support procurement operations through data analysis, transaction processing, and cross-functional collaboration. You will contribute to process improvement initiatives while developing expertise in procurement systems, market dynamics, and supply chain processes. 

A Taste of Your Responsibilities 

  • Run scheduled reports and provide analytics to support procurement and business decision-making 

  • Manage procurement master data in our ERP system (SAP) and forecasting system (Right Angle) to drive process efficiency and data integrity 

  • Owns end-to-end spend management for a defined packaging category, including managing contracts, driving cost, supply, and supplier strategy outcomes. 

  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to build strong working relationships and support business needs 

  • Support process improvement initiatives, including documenting workflows and identifying optimization opportunities 

  • Provide research and analytical support for issue resolution and ad hoc projects 

  • Develop knowledge of SAP Material Requirements Planning processes and related data structures 

  • Build understanding of market dynamics, cost drivers, and supply chain impacts 

  • Learn company facilities, capabilities, and operational constraints to support procurement strategies 

Ingredients Required for Your Success 

  • Bachelor’s degree required 

  • 2+ years of procurement/strategic sourcing and/or packaging experience 

  • ERP (SAP) experience preferred 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills such as pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis 

  • Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and conflict management skills 

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills 

  • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimization 

  • Demonstrated capability to analyze and resolve complex or ambiguous situations 

  • Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively 

  • Ability to travel up to 20%  

Number of Days in Office: 3 
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Compensation 

Pay Range:$64,000-$95,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement

  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan

  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement

  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years procurement, strategic sourcing, and/or packaging experience
  • ERP (SAP) experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
  • Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and conflict management skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset with focus on process optimization
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex or ambiguous situations
  • Self-starter with strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
  • Ability to travel up to 20%

Conagra Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Conagra Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Conagra Brands.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) plans with company matching and additional company contributions, plus pension eligibility for certain groups, strengthen long‑term savings. Plan design and vesting are described as straightforward and beneficial.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage starts on day one for many roles and includes wellness, mental health, and transgender health benefits. Life and disability insurance further broaden protection.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Bonuses, profit sharing, and incentive opportunities are included broadly, with an annual incentive plan spanning career levels. Payouts and upfront clarity about bonus eligibility are characterized as dependable.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
18,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

Conagra has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. Our diverse team embraces debate to challenge marketplace/business conventions. We are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results. We combine a rich heritage with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. We are a 100 year-old company with a startup attitude - an imperative to transform how we do business. What’s not changing? Our timeless values: integrity, external focus, broad-mindedness, agility, leadership by all, and a focus on results.

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