Are you ready to elevate your career with an industry-leading food producer and distributor? We're seeking a talented Protein Procurement Manager to join a dynamic team in Calgary or Edmonton. If you have a passion for the protein markets and a strategic mindset, this role is perfect for you!

Compensation:

• Earn between $90k to $105k, plus a generous 20-30% bonus paid annually.
• Enjoy comprehensive health and dental coverage for you and your family starting from day one.
• Start with three weeks of vacation and benefit from a hybrid work structure after six months.
• RRSP matching after one year, a subsidized company share ownership program (25% discount), and a monthly cellphone allowance.
• Access employee pricing on thousands of high-quality foods.
• Take advantage of career advancement opportunities and training across the company.

Your Responsibilities:

• Continuously learn and develop knowledge on protein markets and trends.
• Monitor and analyze protein markets and economic trends to inform purchasing decisions and mitigate risks related to price volatility and supply chain disruptions.
• Develop and execute a proactive communication plan for market information related to commodities for stakeholders including business unit buyers.
• Execute weekly procurement and management of raw materials (i.e., beef) for food production.
• Manage core layaway programs.
• Develop and execute buying programs for multiple proteins (beef, pork, poultry, etc.).
• Manage commodity opportunity buys for multiple proteins.
• Source and negotiate annual contracted key items.
• Manage company commodity inventory levels to ensure they meet production requirements.
• Ensure company commodity inventory levels are in line with financial forecasts.
• Build relationships with multiple suppliers to source the best quality and pricing.
• Procure special order items as directed.
• Source opportunity purchases/new items and present to business units.
• Lead regularly scheduled buyer meetings.
• Advise and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure inventory levels are optimized for business needs.
• Travel as required to business units and meetings.
• Additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in meat procurement.
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Food Science, or a related field.
• Strong experience with purchasing high volumes of beef, poultry, pork, and other meats.
• In-depth knowledge of protein markets (beef, poultry, and pork products), macroeconomic factors, and their impact on supply chain operations.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and food safety standards (CFIA, HACCP, GMP, etc.).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong network of supplier contacts in the protein industry preferred.
• Ability to pass criminal and credit checks.
• Ability to travel.