Sourcing Manager, Operations Indirects

The J.M. Smucker Co.

Sourcing Manager responsible for developing and executing category strategies for procurement. Leading full sourcing lifecycle while managing key supplier relationships for operations.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute category strategies for Secondary Packaging, Sanitation, and Quality Control
Lead the full sourcing lifecycle—spend analysis, supplier evaluation, RFP development
Serve as the primary liaison between procurement and operations
Manage key supplier relationships and lead performance reviews
Support plants with procurement process and policy adherence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree is required (Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or other relevant is preferred)
5 years of experience in procurement or category management
Strong negotiation, analysis, communication, and influencing skills
Highly organized with strong execution capability
Proficient with ERP and procurement tools
Experience with indirect categories
Ability to engage with stakeholders and senior leadership to communicate category strategies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurementcategory managementspend analysissupplier evaluationRFP developmentnegotiationanalysisexecution capabilityindirect categories

Soft Skills

communicationinfluencingorganizational

Certifications

Bachelor's degree