Description BASIC PURPOSE: Identify adequate and qualified domestic and international sources of supply for the Company's protein category. Source protein commodities and recommend alternative products of same or better quality at a more favorable cost, in collaboration with Suppliers, management, and sourcing team. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop a Protein category strategy to achieve cost savings and improve quality and service levels by identifying opportunity areas such as product standardization and supplier consolidation. Oversee all spend activity and purchase requests for Protein and determine proper action plan for all purchases that meet the Supply Chain involvement threshold. Provide Protein subject matter expertise to sourcing team or seek out expertise from management when necessary. Effectively work with functional and business groups as a trusted advisor to determine desired product/service specifications and projected demand when making recommended action plans. Manage and assist Sourcing Specialists to lead cross-functional teams to execute strategic sourcing projects for assigned category areas. Develop Strategic Supplier Relationship Management programs. Collaborate with Spend Analysis & Reporting Team to conduct analysis for category improvement opportunities (e.g., market research) and to implement non-sourcing category projects (e.g., demand management). Ensure that the Company has good supply market understanding and works with the business/function teams to provide input for creating innovative win-win customer and supplier strategies. Proactively identify improvement opportunities for Protein and recommend key actions to the appropriate stakeholders. Conduct cuttings as per the Company's standard operating process. Perform other job-related functions as assigned. Skills Procurement, Category management, Supply chain, Negotiation, Strategic sourcing Top Skills Details Procurement,Category management,Supply chain,Negotiation,Strategic sourcing Additional Skills & Qualifications EXPERIENCE: 5-7 years of strategic sourcing/procurement experience, performance measurement, contract negotiation, project management, category management, business analysis, or change management experience. 2+ years of Food/Protein specific experience. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: - Working knowledge of an automated logistics and purchasing system is required, preferably with MXP and SAP. - Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology with pragmatism to manage exceptions. - Ability to develop category and sourcing strategies by identifying areas of opportunity. - Track record of effectively directing and leveraging procurement spend by leading global cross-functional teams. - Experience managing and maintaining strong supplier relationships. - Strong leadership presence and negotiation/contract management experience. - Knowledge and experience with best practice processes, tools, and procurement/spend systems data and analysis. - Strong interpersonal and management capabilities to manage and develop a team. - Must have strong organizational skills. - Strong problem solving, analytical and report summation, and conflict resolution skills. - Ability to apply change management and consulting skills/knowledge and expertise. -First hand working knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology required. - Technical knowledge and expertise preferred. - Proficiency in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), proficiency in Procure-to-Pay systems (e.g. Ariba). - Team Building, technical knowledge and expertise, high degree of business acumen, management, and interpersonal skills. Up to 20% domestic and/or international travel required. Experience Level Expert Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Company benefits will be added Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Miami,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.