Centennial Food Solutions is a leading provider of customized quality center-of-the-plate products in Western Canada. Our goal is simple: to connect our communities through great food and exceptional service. Our reputation as a dependable and flexible partner is why discerning restaurants, retailers, foodservice, and trading companies choose us time and time again. With branches across Western Canada and a vast network of business brands, we are uniquely positioned to bring value to our partners at every turn.
Position Title: Protein Procurement Manager
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Position Summary:
As a Protein Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for procuring, and managing raw materials, and other ingredients for the production of various protein centric foods including beef, poultry, and pork products. You will become our in-house subject matter expert on the protein markets and will analyze current trends and present thoughtful purchase strategies to the executive team.
Key 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 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.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply chain management, Food Science, or a related field, or a combination of work experience and education will be considered.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Proven experience (5-10+ years) in food product procurement.
- In-depth knowledge of protein markets, macroeconomic factors, and their impact on supply chain operations.
- 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.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive compensation based on sales performance.
- Comprehensive Health and Dental coverage for you and your family.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions.
- Subsidized Company Share Ownership plan.
- Employee Family Assistance Program (support for mental health, financial services, and legal needs).
- Employee pricing on thousands of high-quality foods.
- Career advancement opportunities and training across the company.
- Instant Pay: through pay streaming you can have instant access to earnings without having to wait for payday!
- Belonging to a team that is passionate about food and long-term success.
Please note:
- Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time. Centennial Food Solutions regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas.
- Please note that final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check which may include but not be limited to criminal, and/or credit testing.
