Director of Procurement

We’re searching for a proven procurement leader from the wholesale foodservice distribution, retail food distribution, or multi-unit restaurant industries to take ownership of purchasing, supplier performance, and inventory health for a high‑volume, fast‑moving $600 million operation.If you know how to drive Service, Fill Rate, Shrink, and Obsolete Inventory — this role puts you at the center of the operation.What You’ll Lead: • Oversee all buying, supplier service, shrink, and obsolete inventory.• Lead and develop a team of Category Managers and Buyers. • Own the KPIs that define customer experience: Service + Fill Rate• Build a standardized category management platform• Strengthen supplier partnerships and drive accountability• Improve forecasting, purchasing discipline, and inbound reliability• Integrate procurement strategy with operations, finance, and sales• Implement policies, processes, and systems that elevate performance• Reduce waste, improve turns, and protect marginThis is a high‑visibility, high‑impact leadership role in a major supply chain operation.Compensation & Benefits:Earn up to $180,000 total compensation (salary + bonus)Top Fortune 500 benefits, including:Medical, dental, and visionExcellent matching 401(k)Robust insurance and wellness programsAnd much moreRelocation assistance providedWhat We’re Looking For: • 10+ years in procurement/purchasing within wholesale foodservice distribution, retail food distribution, or multi-unit restaurant industry (Definite requirement) • Deep knowledge of integrated procurement + inventory systems• Proven success improving service, fill rate, shrink, and obsolete inventory• Prior supervisory/people leadership experience a must• High School Diploma required (Associate/Bachelor’s preferred)• CPP certification highly desiredLocation: • Baltimore, MD area — a growing location with excellent quality of lifeIf you’re a procurement leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume food distribution environment, this is your next step.Interested or know someone who fits? Message me directly at rarritola@judge.com#JDP #Procurementmanagement #Foodservicedistribution #Purchasingjobs #BaltimoreMDjobs