Director of Procurement

Brief Description

About Us

We’re FreshDirect, we’ve offered the best selection of fresh food since 2002, and we can proudly say that we pioneered online grocery shopping. From our state-of-the art facility in the Bronx, we provide grocery delivery to the greater New York City metropolitan area, with seasonal service to eastern Long Island and the Jersey Shore. FreshDirect is building a better food system by bringing people closer to the highest quality, freshest food possible through a best-in-class delivery experience. We do this by having higher standards, sourcing locally and sustainably, and caring more for the people and communities we serve.

The Role

The Director of Procurement is a leadership role that actively participates in decision-making and oversees efficient and effective inventory procurement. This position involves supply planning activities with heavy cross-functional collaboration with partners across Merchandising and Operations. The Director of Procurement will lead a team of supply chain professionals, instilling purchasing and supply planning best practices across the team. This individual should be adept at managing Supply Chain metrics such as Out of Stocks, Days on Hand, and Scrap, and should be experienced in optimizing sourcing based on cost.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop and execute end-to-end fulfillment strategies to ensure a strong in-stock position, delivering on our customers’ expectations.
• Drive cultural change, infusing continuous improvement methodology and knowledge, and influencing decisions at all levels of the organization.
• Continuously monitor and help improve on defined KPIs: Out of Stocks, Scrap, Days-on-Hand, shorts, and capacity constraints.
• Lead periodic supply pulse meetings to review performance in the short and long term.
• Maintain strong working relationships and communications with the FreshDirect’s Demand Planning, Receiving, Operations, Merchandising, contract manufacturers and suppliers to confirm production/shipping schedules and monitor manufacturing and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of all products.
• Develop and maintain metrics. Publish weekly report on performance with explanations/corrective actions.
• Support merchants in vendor management process. Provide vendor performance metrics.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop team members; promote a positive team culture to create an optimal environment for employee contribution and growth.
• Cultivate a strong customer focus, set goals, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Mentor/coach operational talent across the business to ensure the organization is developing a bench and operational leadership pipeline.
  
  

Complete special projects and assignments as requested.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of supply chain and/or production planning experience
• Seasoned leader with a proven track record in training, coaching, and developing a team.
• Business Intelligence reporting a plus
• Excellent Microsoft Office, statistical, and data analytics skills
• Industry certifications a plus (i.e., Lean/Six Sigma, CSCP, CPIM or similar)
• Knowledge of demand, supply, and production planning along with inventory management principles
• Excellent communication, organizational, relationship-building, and conflict resolution skills
• Scope: Strategizes with senior leaders across multiple functions within the Org.
• Autonomy: Strategic lead within the team. A strategic partnership is required from peers. Understands when input from the leadership team is required.
• Management Responsibilities: Sets direction, strategy, and vision for 2 or more teams or subteams. Holds team members accountable. Proposes plans for budgeting, execution, and hiring. Owns decision-making in partnership with functional leadership. Exemplifies and holds others accountable to the management standards of the company.
• Competencies: Manages Complexity, Strategic Mindset, Optimizes Work Processes; Situational Adaptability; Action Oriented; Communicates Effectively; Nimble Learning; Strong Business, Technical, and Financial Acumen
• Problem solver with excellent communication, organization, and negotiation skills
• Excellent written, oral, and process documenting skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, time-constrained, and priority-pivoting environment
• High level of enthusiasm, initiative, and solution-driven mindset
• Exemplifies inspirational leadership and executive maturity that demonstrates and instills a positive, creative, and productive work environment that supports individual growth
  
  

What We Offer

• The expected compensation for this role is $110,422-$129,908-per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be discussed during the interview process.
• Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefits: Medical, vision, dental and voluntary disability benefits.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) + employer match and life insurance.
• Location: Our state-of-the-art campus is located in the Bronx, featuring an on-site gym, cafeteria and an employee market. We offer free on-site parking and provide an employee shuttle service from nearby MTA stations.
• People Investment: We offer job training to our operations and transportation team members to facilitate career advancement. Additionally, we invest in leadership development programs that provide opportunities for professional growth. We have also partnered with local colleges to offer tuition discounts.
• Perks: Employees can take advantage of a 20% employee discount on online orders and at our wine store. Our on-site employee market showcases our products at substantial markdowns. Additionally, we organize vendor spotlights and engagement events that give employees the opportunity to experience our products firsthand.
  
  

Our Culture

We embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.