Procurement Category Manager Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

About Trident Seafoods.

Trident Seafoods is North America's largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting and processing company. Trident is a privately held, 100 percent USA-owned company with global operations in 6 countries and serves customers in almost 60 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington (USA), Trident employs approximately 7,700 people worldwide each year and partners with over 2,700 independent fishermen and crewmembers in Alaska. Trident catches and processes virtually every commercial species of salmon, whitefish, and crab harvested in the North Pacific and Alaska. The global supply chain also encompasses cultured and wild species sourced from an international network of trusted suppliers.

Summary: The Procurement Manager – Strategic Sourcingis responsible for overseeing the procurement process for significant indirect procurement category expenditures, ensuring timely delivery, optimal cost, and adherence to quality standards. This role requires a strategic approach to sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, contract management, and category management with a focus on long-term value and risk mitigation.  

We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and energetic candidate with a strong background in category management, supply chain management, negotiation, contract management, and a keen attention to detail to drive value and mitigate risk in the organization. This role provides an opportunity to be a thought leader in the space by developing strategies in the indirect procurement space, building key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and driving positive change and efficiencies.  

Essential Functions:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for key indirect categories to optimize costs, quality, and supplier performance. 
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities based on factors such as quality, cost, delivery time, and financial stability. 
• Negotiate favorable contracts with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, terms, and conditions; ensure contracts align with organizational goals and legal requirements and manage any relevant contract renewals or amendments. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business and category requirements and develop procurement plans aligned with business objectives. 
• Monitor supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and take proactive measures to address any issues or risks. 
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives, such as sourcing events, consolidating suppliers, negotiating commercial terms, and implementing agreements. 
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and technological advancements in business and category spaces to drive continuous improvement and innovation in procurement processes. 
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, including conducting regular supplier business and performance reviews and fostering partnerships to enhance collaboration and value creation. 
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures related to procurement and supplier management; conduct regular audits to identify and address compliance gaps. 
• Collaborate with Procurement team to create, align, and maintain sourcing strategies to ensure timely deliverance, cost effectiveness, and adhere to quality requirements.
• Regularly works onsite to build strong team connections, collaborate across functions, and solve problems in real time.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive. The organization may assign other duties as needed to meet business requirements. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, disability programs, basic life and AD&D, and a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full-time employees, the initial PTO benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience, front loaded on the first of the year, initially prorated quarterly based on hire date. Commuter programs are also available.

More information can be found at https://www.tridentseafoods.com/benefits.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years ofexperience in procurement, preferably in the indirect procurement space. 
• A bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and years of experience. 

Preferred Education & Experiences:

• Certifications such as PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean Management are a plus. 
• Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and components and supply chain management. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA):

• Analytical, with strong problem-solving abilities. 
• Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills. 
• Results-oriented with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines. 
• Commercially and financially aware with strong business acumen. 
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Advanced knowledge of project management tools and methodologies. 
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. 
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration and change management. 
• Results oriented with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines. 
• Knowledge of project management best practices and methodologies. 
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and components and supply chain management. 
• Highly skilled at building andmaintainingeffective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers. 
• Analytical with strong proven problem-solving abilities. 
• Results-oriented with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines. 
• Commercially and financially aware. 
• Proven ability to develop and implement sourcing strategies. 
• Knowledge of project management best practices and methodologies. 

Work Environment:

This is an on-site position based at the Trident Support Center office in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

In-office time takes place in a typical office environment: temperature controlled with adequate lighting and moderate noise. While remote, employees must provide appropriate home office space.

Work Authorizations: 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.