Protein Procurement Manager

The role

You will lead protein sourcing and supplier management across the supply chain. This includes negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and driving procurement strategy.

What you will do

• Lead execution of protein raw material procurement strategy across all plants
• Lead resolution of complex or high-stakes supply issues
• Manage supplier and co-manufacturer relationships day-to-day
• Manage the supplier KPI framework
• Own the material forecasting process end-to-end
• Lead new supplier sourcing and onboarding execution
• Track and report on the procurement budget for protein raw materials

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing
• Experience leading cross-functional workstreams or initiatives
• Proven track record negotiating supplier contracts and managing supplier performance at scale
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Excellent verbal, written, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing KPI frameworks, forecasting models, and cost/budget reporting
• Strong project management skills
• Deep understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• USDA, FDA, and Frozen Food experience required
• Strong computer skills - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Google Docs
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time
• Must love dogs!

Benefits

• Dog-friendly office in SoHo
• Market-competitive compensation and equity packages
• Comprehensive Healthcare, Dental, and Vision
• Company supported mental health benefits
• 12 week paid parental leave
• Competitive 401k plan with company match
• Flexible PTO
• Discounted fresh food for your pup

About the company

The Farmer’s Dog provides a personalized subscription service for complete and balanced, freshly-made dog food. The company aims to improve the pet food industry through a direct-to-consumer business model.