Reporting to the Senior Director Procurement, you will build and execute category strategies for assigned supplies, materials, or services in accordance with approved buying programs and established procurement policies. You will ensure competitive pricing while meeting the needs of internal stakeholders and supporting overall business objectives.
A Taste of Your Responsibilities
- Lead sourcing strategy, supplier relationships, and contract management for fresh cucumber supply
- Monitor market conditions and adjust forecasts, pricing, and sourcing plans to optimize cost and supply
- Partner cross-functionally (planning, finance, quality, operations, and commercial teams) to ensure alignment and supply continuity
- Represent the organization externally and maintain strong industry and supplier relationships
- Ensure contract compliance and resolve vendor claims
- Drive total cost of ownership improvements across sourcing, quality, and logistics
- Support change management and integration of demand-driven procurement practices
- Lead procurement activities for new product launches, renovations, and cost reduction initiatives
- Identify and mitigate supply risks, including inventory and obsolescence management
- Improve supplier performance, reduce lead times, and identify innovation or alternate specification opportunities
- Lead sourcing analytics, bids, and risk/reward assessments to support decision-making
- Support plant procurement teams and drive consistency in processes across locations
- Contribute to supply chain optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
Ingredients Required for Your Success
- Bachelor’s degree required; supply chain coursework or certification preferred
- 3–5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related field
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing suppliers and delivering cost savings through sourcing strategies
- Project management experience with end-to-end execution
- Knowledge of market dynamics, cost drivers, and value analysis
- Experience in contract negotiation and supplier management
- Results-focused with strong business acumen
- Customer-focused and adaptable working style
- Strong critical thinking and continuous improvement mindset
- Familiarity with procurement systems and material planning concepts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Willingness to travel up to 25%
Physical Requirements
More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply:
You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size.
This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.
Number of Days in Office: 3
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Compensation
Annual Base Salary: $82,000.00 - $95,000.00The 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
- Supply chain coursework or certification
- 3-5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related field
- Experience managing suppliers and delivering cost savings through sourcing strategies
- Project management experience with end-to-end execution
- Experience in contract negotiation and supplier management
- Knowledge of market dynamics, cost drivers, and value analysis
- Familiarity with procurement systems and material planning concepts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Results-focused with strong business acumen and customer-focused, adaptable working style
- Willingness to travel up to 25%
- Ability to work in manufacturing facilities and meet physical requirements (walk, climb, lift, etc.)
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Conagra Brands Insights
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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