Sr Buyer, Starches and Chocolate

Company: Campbell Soup Company
Location: Camden
Posted on: May 4, 2024

Job Description:

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success.We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael Angelo's, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Synder's of Hanover.We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance.Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.General Summary:Under the guidance of the Senior Manager - Ingredients, this position is responsible for the procurement of Cereals - Thickeners and will also support soft commodities, likechocolate. This position will ensure quality of materials, competitive pricing, adherence to company policies, procurement processes and endeavors related to the operation ofa proactive and strategic Procurement Team. The candidate will take on a special role to support and drive value across formula components that are not publicly traded forchocolate and are related to the merchandizing of soft commodities.Principal Accountabilities:--Drive robust category strategies that align with business goals and procurementobjectives. Evaluate and adjust strategies based on changing market conditionsand provide inputs during strategic sourcing activities, RFXPs, and negotiations.Drive value by bringing transparency, minimizing premiums, and managing openbook formula to chocolate components, differentials, butter and powder ratios,dairy, and sugar.Analyze relevant markets, develop price expectations and work with Manager toformulate and implement price risk management strategies.Cross-functional champion for cost reduction or value enhancement that result intangible benefits to the bottom line.Support efforts to resolve quality issues at plants, approval of new ingredientsand suppliers and improve manufacturing and handling processes.Continuously improve upon personal skills - adopting continuous learning andskill development and seeking feedback.Assist in the preparation of monthly commodity projections and market updatesto various business units.Job Complexity:----Responsible for an ingredient spend of approximately $60MM that supports M&B,C-Snacks and Co-Manufacturing.Understanding of commodity futures and related markets for starches andchocolate.Analyze markets, develop a price forecast, and lead analytical work tounderstand price risk and opportunities for a short and long-term horizon.Ensure items are purchased in accordance with established policies andprocedures by working closely with Corporate, Business Units and Plantpersonnel.Develop and utilize category/commodity knowledge to support businessobjectives and manage the sourcing process, negotiations, contract executionand management and continuous improvement.Lead cross functional groups to develop Productivity programs that deliverEnabler and Total Procurement Value (TPV) targets. (Category Management).Assist in the development of Supplier Relationship Management programs thatfocus on Quality, Productivity, and Innovation.Become a Subject Matter Expert on spend, supplier performance, compliance,standards and specifications and industry benchmarks.Promote value engineering analyses to support ongoing performanceimprovement and cost reduction.Actively promote Campbell's Supplier Diversity Strategy.--Commitment to Campbell's core values and Leadership Model.Minimum Requirements:------Bachelor's degree3-4 years of ingredient workMicrosoft Excel and PowerPoint experience and Power BI knowledgeSAP experience preferred.Strong analytical skillsStrong attention to detailStrong written and oral communication and presentation skillsLead projects and candidly Influence audience towards decision makingCompensation and Benefits:The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between$72,900-$117,300Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.----

Keywords: Campbell Soup Company, Camden , Sr Buyer, Starches and Chocolate, Other , Camden, New Jersey