Procurement Strategy & Market Insights Manager – Food Division

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• 6500 W. 51st Street, Chicago, IL 60638 Salary Range : 80K - 120K (Based on Experience) Who We Are   Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table.
• Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof.
• With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.   At Conexus Food Solutions, we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success.
• We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients.
• We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence.
• Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise.
• Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.    Position Summary The Procurement Strategy & Market Insights Manager – Food Division plays a pivotal role within the Strategic Sourcing organization, overseeing procurement strategy, market analytics, and supplier performance across key food categories.
• This role combines analytical depth with sourcing expertise to ensure supply continuity, cost efficiency, and competitive advantage in a volatile commodities environment.
• The ideal candidate is both data-driven and market-savvy, possessing a trading mentality that balances proactive risk management with opportunistic purchasing.
• This leader will interpret global and domestic market signals to drive sourcing decisions, strengthen supplier partnerships, and deliver sustainable value to the business.
• Key Responsibilities Procurement Strategy & Market Intelligence Develop and lead category and procurement strategies across multiple food divisions (including proteins, produce, and frozen) to meet cost, quality, and supply objectives.
• Continuously monitor and analyze commodity markets, pricing indices, and supply chain trends to provide actionable insights that guide sourcing decisions.
• Translate market data into strategic recommendations for leadership, identifying opportunities for forward buys, risk hedging, and cost optimization.
• Execute day-to-day sourcing activities, including supplier outreach and negotiations, obtaining and analyzing RFQs, placing purchase orders, and ensuring accurate and timely P.O. creation and processing within company system.
• Supplier Relationship & Performance Management Oversee the full sourcing lifecycle—from supplier identification and qualification through contract negotiation and ongoing performance management.
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with growers, processors, distributors, and manufacturers to ensure consistent quality and reliability.
• Lead negotiations that balance cost efficiency with sustainability, quality, and ethical sourcing commitments.
• Develop and monitor supplier performance metrics (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement in service, quality, and innovation.
• Cost Optimization & Risk Mitigation Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives while safeguarding product integrity and supply continuity.
• Anticipate and mitigate supply risks driven by market volatility, weather events, or geopolitical conditions through proactive strategy and contingency planning.
• Manage category spend forecasting, providing leadership with accurate reporting on cost performance, savings, and exposure.

Apply a trading mindset to identify and capitalize on market opportunities for strategic procurement timing.

Benefits Offered :

Life Insurance  – Financial protection for your loved ones in the event of the unexpected. 401(k) Plan  – Save for your future with access to a retirement savings plan. 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match :