Manager Procurement, Ingredients

Fresh-Squeezed Legacy Bold New Chapter

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana Naked KeVita Izze Copella and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category were committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.

The Supply Chain function is essential to Tropicana Brand Groups success by enhancing operational efficiency reducing costs and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products. By improving warehouse operations optimizing transportation routes and refining inventory management practices the team plays a critical role in streamlining processes. Collaborating with other departments to align strategies the Supply Chain team ensures that Tropicana meets customer demands while maintaining a high standard of performance and cost-effectiveness. Through their efforts they contribute to both short-term achievements and long-term growth.

Your Next Pour: The Opportunity

This position is responsible for commercial ownership and strategic sourcing accountabilities for all Sweeteners Acidulants and Premixed Ingredients across North America. The Procurement Manager will lead the development communication and execution of category strategies that drive competitive advantage through supplier partnerships market intelligence cost optimization risk mitigation and continuous improvement.
The role serves as the primary procurement partner to Supply Chain Operations Finance R&D Quality and Commercial teams and is accountable for delivering value through strategic sourcing initiatives supplier relationship management commodity risk management and procurement analytics. Success in this role requires a strong blend of commercial acumen analytical capability ingredient market expertise and procurement leadership.
This position directly manages approximately $60MM of annual direct material spend and plays a critical role in supporting business growth innovation productivity targets and supply continuity. Additional Responsibilities Include:

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management-

• Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies for Sweeteners Acidulants and Premixed Ingredients that align with business objectives and long-term supply chain priorities.
• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives including market assessments supplier identification RFI/RFP/RFQ development and execution supplier evaluation negotiations contracting implementation and ongoing supplier governance.
• Continuously evaluate supplier capabilities market competitiveness and emerging opportunities to improve value resilience and innovation.
• Develop sourcing strategies that optimize Total Cost of Ownership while balancing cost quality service innovation and risk.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract management activities to maximize value creation and mitigate business risk.

Commodity & Market Intelligence-

• Maintain deep knowledge of ingredient and commodity markets including pricing mechanisms supply-demand dynamics agricultural trends geopolitical impacts regulatory developments and key cost drivers.
• Monitor and analyze commodity indices

The Perfect Blend: Experience

• 7 years of progressive procurement strategic sourcing supply chain or category management experience with a preference for food beverage ingredients agriculture or consumer packaged goods industries.
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic sourcing events including RFIs RFPs RFQs supplier selection and contract negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of ingredient and commodity markets including market dynamics pricing mechanisms risk factors and supply structures.
• Advanced analytical capabilities with experience in spend analysis cost modeling forecasting financial analysis and data-driven decision making.
• Proven track record delivering measurable cost savings productivity risk reduction and supplier performance improvements.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and leading cross-functional projects in complex business environments.
• Strong negotiation influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with SAP Power BI procurement analytics tools or similar systems preferred.

Foundational Ingredients: Requirements

• Bachelors degree in business administration Engineering Food Science or other related field.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the futureââ
• Must be located in Chicago IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations

Perks That Pack a Punch

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes a 401(k) plan medical dental visionâcompany provided life STD and LTD addition you may also elect to participate in voluntary life accident hospital and critical illness coverages.ââ

The salary range for this position is $90000-$120000 annually

Required Experience:

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