Senior Procurement Specialist

Conagra Brands

Procurement Specialist developing category strategies for supplies and materials at Conagra Brands. Ensuring competitive pricing and managing supplier relationships to meet internal customer needs.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeIllinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $82,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and organize activities related to assigned spend categories.
Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements to ensure legal compliance and pricing accuracy.
Oversee the end-to-end procurement process from purchase intent through delivery.
Negotiate complex agreements for materials and services to achieve optimal outcomes.
Manage surplus materials, including coordinating buy-back opportunities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
Identify, recruit, and manage suppliers that deliver high-quality products and services.
Review and resolve vendor claims and contract issues.
Champion change management initiatives to integrate demand-driven principles across Procurement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; coursework or certification in supply chain management preferred.
3–5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or sales roles.
Strong verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Experience leveraging vendor relationships to achieve meaningful cost savings through strategic initiatives.
Project management experience with a demonstrated track record of delivering results.
Proven experience developing strategies and leading them through implementation.
Understanding of economic principles and technical considerations.
Negotiation and contract development experience.
Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
Customer-focused approach with flexibility to support changing business needs.
Continuous learning mindset with a proactive approach to professional growth.
Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare plans
Wellness incentive program
Mental wellbeing support
Fitness reimbursement
Bonus incentive opportunity
Matching 401(k)
Stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities
Employee resource groups
On-demand learning
Tuition reimbursement
Paid-time off
Parental leave
Flexible work-schedules
Volunteer opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurementcontract negotiationvendor managementsupply chain managementstrategic sourcingproject managementcost savingseconomic principlescontract developmentchange management

Soft Skills

communicationanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingrelationship buildingresults-orientedcustomer-focusedflexibilityproactive learningleadershipstrategic thinking

Certifications

Bachelor's degreesupply chain management certification