Work Shift: Day Pay Type: Salary Hourly Rate (if applicable): N/A Targeted Base Salary Range (if applicable): $178,800.00 - $241,400.00 JOB OVERVIEW: The Director of Procurement is the operational leader of the procurement function, accountable for delivering cost, cash, service, and risk objectives across a $400m+ annual spend portfolio. This role leads a team of procurement professionals and is expected to be hands-on, commercially sharp, and deeply involved in supplier negotiations, sourcing decisions, and day-to-day execution. The role requires strong business judgment, disciplined follow-through, and clear people leadership. RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Key Accountabilities 1. Operational Procurement Leadership Own end-to-end procurement execution, from demand alignment and sourcing strategy through contracting, ordering, and supplier performance. Ensure procurement supports production continuity, innovation timelines, and business priorities with minimal disruption. Be actively involved in key sourcing decisions and negotiations, especially for high-value, high-risk, or strategic suppliers. Translate business needs into clear sourcing plans, negotiation strategies, and execution roadmaps. 2. Spend Ownership & Value Delivery Deliver year-over-year cost savings, cash improvements, and risk mitigation in line with AOP targets. Personally lead or sponsor major negotiations (pricing, payment terms, capacity commitments, service levels). Drive vendor consolidation where it improves leverage, simplicity, and total cost of ownership. Track, validate, and report realized savings, not just negotiated savings, in partnership with Finance. 3. Supplier & Contract Management Own the supplier relationship model for top strategic and high-risk suppliers. Ensure contracts are commercially sound, enforceable, and actively managed (pricing, service levels, penalties, renewal timing). Lead supplier performance reviews, including corrective actions for underperformance. Escalate and resolve supply, quality, or commercial disputes decisively. 4. Inventory, Planning & Replenishment Oversight Oversee replenishment and MRP execution to balance service, inventory levels, and working capital. Partner with Operations and Finance to set and adjust planning parameters, safety stocks, and reorder logic. Reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory through better sourcing and planning decisions. 5. Team Leadership & Accountability Lead execution-focused team with clear roles, priorities, and performance expectations. Coach buyers on negotiation preparation, supplier management, and commercial thinking. Hold the team accountable for deadlines, accuracy, follow-through, and results. Ensure workload is balanced and execution does not rely on heroics or individual workarounds. 6. Cross-Functional Business Partnership Act as a commercial partner to Operations, Finance, Engineering, Marketing, R&D, and Quality. Support new product introductions and innovation with timely sourcing, cost models, and supplier readiness. Align procurement actions with financial targets, operational constraints, and growth initiatives. 7. Systems, Data & Process Discipline Ensure disciplined use of SAP and procurement processes (RFQs, contracts, POs, vendor master data) promoting automation and process adherence Drive consistency, transparency, and auditability in procurement execution. Use data to manage spend, supplier performance, and team productivity — not spreadsheets owned by individuals. Supervisory: 4 Direct Reports Required Experience & Profile 10+ years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles with direct negotiation responsibility. Proven experience managing large spend portfolios ($250m+ preferred). Demonstrated success leading complex negotiations (pricing, terms, capacity, contracts). Experience managing both direct and indirect spend. Strong people leadership skills with a hands-on, accountable management style. Solid financial acumen (cost drivers, P\&L impact, working capital). SAP experience strongly preferred. Industry experience in food, CPG, manufacturing, or agriculture is a plus but not mandatory. Results-driven, decisive, and comfortable operating in detail. Clear communicator who sets expectations and follows through. Commercially minded, not process-theoretical. Willing to step into negotiations and execution when required. Builds credibility through delivery, not presentation Would consider remote-hybrid with 25-50% travel required Blue Diamond Growers is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability WHY BLUE DIAMOND? In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE . Grow your career. Partner with us. We Are the Almond People! Ready to get started? Apply now! Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. About Blue Diamond In 1910 a cooperative of 230 California almond growers formed with the following core values: To build strong relationships among growers and with their customers; To communicate directly and honestly; and To work as a team to realize the best return on their investment. More than a century later, Blue Diamond Growers still adheres to these values at every level of our operation. Our employees are strongly committed to the brand and to each other - the word "family" is often used to describe our culture. Today, Blue Diamond Growers represents more than 3,000 almond growers in California - the state that provides over 80% of the world's supply. We are one of the most recognized food brands in the world, with annual sales exceeding $1billion. We believe in transparency and honest communication. Our work style is team-based, working together to innovate, process, and distribute the best almond products to the world. After more than 100 years, our core values of integrity, partnership, innovation and quality remain strong. Our commitment to excellence has driven Blue Diamond's unprecedented growth, innovation, high quality, and value. You'll find these values at work throughout our company. We strive for a diverse workforce, always aiming for greater levels of inclusion. In addition to a robust benefits package, we offer an employee wellness and fitness program, in which a majority of our workforce currently participates.
