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Food Procurement Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Buyer

Marne, MI · On-site

$60 - $86/hr

... food at extreme value. Company Values Never Settle | Be Accountable | Do the Right Thing | Win Together Job Summary: The Buyer is an experienced procurement professional responsible for sourcing ...

Corporate Chef

Bay City, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Corporate Chef

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Corporate Chef

Grosse Ile, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Corporate Chef

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Corporate Chef

Bay City, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Corporate Chef

Grosse Ile, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Corporate Chef

Bay City, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Corporate Chef

Hillsdale, MI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... Procurement, and suppliers to qualify ingredients, packaging, equipment, and substitutions; review samples and protect product quality and continuity. * Collaborate with Food Safety and Quality ...

Two yearsexperiencein procurement, retail, wholesale fresh buying or relatedarea. * Experience in a grocery, wholesale, food manufacturing or food industry environment preferred. * Strong verbal and ...

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Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us ... Knowledge of the principles and methods of category management, sourcing and procurement, cost and ...

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Food Procurement information

What is a food procurement?

A Food Procurement job involves sourcing, purchasing, and managing food supply for an organization, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. Professionals in this role work with suppliers to ensure food quality, negotiate prices, and maintain inventory levels. They must also stay informed about market trends, food safety regulations, and cost-effective purchasing strategies. Effective food procurement helps businesses minimize waste, optimize costs, and ensure a steady supply of ingredients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in food procurement, and why are they important?

To thrive in Food Procurement, you need strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills, typically backed by a degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software (like SAP or Oracle), inventory management systems, and knowledge of food safety standards are important technical assets. Excellent communication, relationship-building abilities, and adaptability help professionals stand out in this role. These skills ensure cost-effective, timely sourcing of quality food products while maintaining compliance and positive supplier relationships.

What are some common challenges faced in food procurement, and how are they addressed?

Food Procurement professionals often face challenges such as fluctuating market prices, supply chain disruptions, and ensuring product quality and safety. To address these, they stay updated on market trends, maintain strong relationships with multiple vendors, and implement robust quality assurance processes. Good communication and proactive planning help minimize the impact of shortages or delays. Successful procurement teams also collaborate closely with culinary, operations, and finance departments to balance cost, quality, and inventory needs.

Is food procurement a high stress job?

Food procurement can be a high-stress job due to tight deadlines, inventory management, and supplier negotiations. It requires strong organizational skills and the ability to handle pressure, especially during peak times or supply shortages.

What are the most commonly searched types of Food Procurement jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Food Procurement jobs in Michigan are:

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For Food Procurement jobs in Michigan, the most frequently searched job titles are:

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PEPI: Manager, Supply Chain -- Procurement & Sourcing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

Alvarez and Marsal

Troy, MI

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago


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Job description

Description

Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement

Manager, Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing

(OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice, with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving the middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies.   

Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients' business issues. 

Our PEPI services include:

Supply Chain

Transformation Services

Manufacturing Operations Improvement

Interim Management

M&A Services

CFO Services

A&M’s Supply Chain professionals assist our clients in analyzing each part of the supply chain process including Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, Logistics and Distribution, Integrated Demand and Supply Planning to identify value creation opportunities, develop a roadmap to accelerate those opportunities and assist with driving them to our client’s bottom line.  From our thorough fact-based analysis, we assess the state of the supply chain, identify key risks to investment and quantify potential EBITDA improvement plans. 

The PEPI Supply Chain group is a growing business with high growth projected throughout the next two to four years. We offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and build leadership skills. The leadership team is focused on providing development opportunities, training and exposure to international and domestic business assignments.

How You Will Contribute 

We are seeking individuals that can lead and deliver project work streams for complex client engagements working closely with Private Equity teams to identify, design, and implement creative business solutions for their portfolio companies. 

Managers lead the following types of workstreams and may be asked to both conduct analysis as well as lead teams to deliver results:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of a client’s procurement organization and strategic sourcing capabilities
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies to meet growth and financial objectives through effective integration with forecasting, demand/supply planning, inventory management, and distribution & logistics
  • Develop and manage efforts in sourcing and procurement
  • Lead supplier identification, approval, contract/pricing negotiations and vendor relations
  • Develop implementation plans to drive proposed changes in procurement and sourcing initiatives
  •  Effectively perform analysis and/or lead teams to conduct analysis depending on project scope.

Professional skills:

  • Strong written, oral, and analytical skills
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Structured project management (time, team and work-stream management)
  • Initiative and drive
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Ability to deliver time-pressured projects on-time and on-quality
  • Flexible and creative thinking
  • Client relationship building
  • Excellent presentation skills

Qualifications:

  • 10 plus years of combined consulting and/or industry operating experience
  • Preference for industry roles within Sourcing and Procurement functions
  • Previous advisory experience from a top-tier strategy firm or Big-4 consultancy HIGHLY DESIRABLE
  • MBA preferred
  • Experience working for or with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
  • Deep industry expertise in direct materials such as: steel, resin, commodity chemicals, packaging, food/beverage, automotive, textiles, solvents, plastics, polymers, adhesives, electronics, pulp and IT
  • Demonstrated track record of leading sustainable high-impact strategic sourcing approaches
  • Exemplary experience designing end-to-end procurement strategies
  • Excellent fact-gathering and analytical skills, including business process mapping and quantitative analysis
  • Flexibility to travel up to 80% of the time

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

The salary range is $125,000--$190,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.  Please ask your recruiter for details.

Full-time Positions and Part-time Positions Over 30 hours

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.

Part-time Positions Under 30 hours

Regular employees working less than 30 hours per week are entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

A&M does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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