Procurement Manager, MRO - Sanitation

Procurement Manager, MRO-Sanitation

Denver, Colorado

Within our Corporate Procurement team located in Denver – Leprino is seeking a Procurement Manager, MRO-Sanitation to elevate our organization's efficiency in sourcing and managing Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) and sanitation resources! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $106,000 and $128,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 12%.

• Spearhead the development and implementation of sourcing strategies for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives!
• Lead cross-functional teams through strategic sourcing processes, serving as a mentor and resource for team members!
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in MRO, sanitation, and related services categories, sharing insights and best practices!
• Manage the budget for MRO, facility services, sanitation, and related spend across all Leprino Foods locations, monitoring costs and variances!
• Cultivate relationships with industry groups, staying abreast of market trends and benchmarks to inform strategic decisions!
• Drive value delivery and category management through analytics-driven insights, negotiating enterprise-wide agreements for maximum impact!
• Perform supplier segmentation and actively manage supplier performance to drive continuous improvement in quality, cost, and innovation!

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or equivalent.
• At least 7 years of Indirect strategic sourcing and procurement experience.
• Plant level procurement experience a plus.
• Experienced user in ERP systems, SAP a plus.
• The ability to work a weekly 3/2 (office/home) hybrid schedule in Denver.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Certified MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
• Experience leading sourcing initiatives at a multinational corporation.
• Proven track record of driving cost savings and process improvements.
• Proficiency in SAP or other ERP systems.

Leprino Foods celebrates and supports diversity. We believe in equal opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture that leverages the unique talents, experiences, background, and perspectives of each individual employee.

Offering You In Return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Our Story:

Leprino Foods’ history dates back over 70 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that bold vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to almost 5,000 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?