Director of Sourcing & Procurement

Terre Haute, IN – preference for role to be onsite, but will consider 1-2 days remote working for the right candidateRelocation support is availableWe have been engaged by a leading international FMCG business in their search for a Director of Sourcing and Procurement. In this role you will lead the company’s domestic and global sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations to ensure cost-effective acquisition of ingredients, packaging, raw materials, MRO and services that meet the company’s quality, food safety, sustainability, and delivery standards. This role is a core member of the senior leadership team and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.This position plays a critical part in aligning sourcing strategies with the company’s business goals, product development pipeline, and operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with company growth, profitability, and innovation objectivesPartner with executive leadership, R&D, and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with product development, capacity planning, and operational needsContribute to senior leadership initiatives, including strategic planning, business reviews, and company-wide decision-makingLead and develop a high-performing procurement team, including organizational design, talent development, and performance managementIdentify, qualify, and manage a global supplier base; establish strategic partnerships to support innovation, quality, and supply continuityEstablish and monitor supplier performance metrics and scorecards to drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and sustainabilityOwns the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of procurement processes, systems, and policies to improve efficiency and scalabilityCollaborate with Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and R&D teams to resolve supply challenges and ensure compliance with applicable food safety and regulatory standardsDrive cost savings through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and total cost of ownership analysisEnsure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements, including FDA, AAFCO, and USDA guidelinesChampion sustainability and responsible sourcing initiatives, including supplier compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standardsSkills & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Food Science, Business Administration, or a related field required. MBA or advanced degree preferred.CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent professional certification a plus.10+ years of progressive sourcing, procurement, or supply chain leadership experience, preferably in food manufacturing, pet food, animal nutrition, or consumer packaged goods.Proven success in managing global supplier networks across ingredient and packaging categories, and leading cross-functional teams.Strong negotiation, contract management, and cost-reduction track record in a commodity-intensive manufacturing environment.Experience with FSMA, FDA, and AAFCO regulatory frameworks, or equivalent food/feed manufacturing compliance environments.Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, ERP systems (SAP), and digital procurement tools (e-sourcing, spend analytics platforms).