Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager (Remote)

Department: Procurement

Reports to: VP, Supply Chain

Classification: Exempt

Direct Reports:

Effective Date: September 2026

POSITION SUMMARY
Procurement Manager is a dynamic role that provides comprehensive oversight to purchasing, category management, and vendor relations for Urban Remedy including sourcing and evaluating vendors. Reporting to the VP of Supply Chain the Procurement Manager will utilize buying knowledge to cost, effectively source, contract and secure raw materials and packaging commodities. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of high-quality ingredients, packaging, and operational supplies while supporting Urban Remedy's commitment to organic, sustainable, and clean-label products.

Urban Remedy's core values of Our Foundation, Accountability, Creativity, Change, Integrity and Empowerment guide our team in representing Urban Remedy to our associates, vendors, customers, and the media. All employees are expected to embrace these core values as part of their daily work-life with Urban Remedy.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute procurement strategies for ingredients, packaging, co-manufacturing, and operational supplies

Source, negotiate, and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, pricing, service, and reliability standards are met

Monitor inventory levels, purchasing trends, and forecasting needs to minimize waste and prevent shortages

Partner with Production Planning and Operations teams to align purchasing with demand forecasts and production schedules

Lead contract negotiations and maintain vendor agreements, pricing files, and procurement documentation

Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining Urban Remedy's quality and sustainability standards

Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs including delivery accuracy, lead times, pricing stability, and quality metrics

Ensure compliance with food safety, organic certification, and regulatory requirements

Collaborate with Finance on budgeting, spend analysis, and procurement reporting

Support new product launches by sourcing ingredients and packaging aligned with product innovation goals

Manage procurement systems, purchase orders, and ERP data accuracy

Stay informed on market conditions, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks impacting the food industry

Assume additional responsibilities as assigned.

An understanding of personal GMPs and will execute as trained.

Aware of GMPs requirements and responsible for assuring that direct reports are aware and will execute as trained.

QUALIFICATIONS
Position-Specific Skills

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Purchasing, or Management preferred.

3+ years of procurement or sourcing experience, preferably within food manufacturing, CPG, or fresh food operations

Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail

Technical Skills Required

Effective influencing and negotiating skills.

Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems

Full knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices policies and procedures.

Education/Training Required

Knowledge of inventory management, forecasting, and supply chain best practices

Background in scheduling, forecasting, procurement or planning preferred

Experience buying and importing raw ingredients; understanding of SQF Certification requirements preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position works in a standard office environment with extended use of the computer/ keyboarding and sitting as well as use of other office equipment such as phone and copier. This position may spend time in a dangerous manufacturing environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures and loud noises.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position spends long periods of time sitting in the car as well as in the store. This position may spend extended amounts of time on the computer/keyboarding as well as using other office equipment such as phone and copier. While working in stores, this position may also lift 25lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position works in a standard office environment with extended use of the computer/ keyboarding and sitting as well as use of other office equipment such as phone and copier. This position may spend time in a dangerous manufacturing environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures and loud noises.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position works in a stan