Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Manager to lead sourcing and supplier management for our nutraceutical and dietary supplement business. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in securing non-GMO, organic, and sustainably sourced ingredients, as well as packaging materials that meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity, compliance, and competitiveness of our products in the health and wellness marketplace.

Responsibilities:

Sourcing & Procurement

Develop and execute sourcing strategies focused on non-GMO, certified organic, and premium raw materials, including botanicals, vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and plant-based extracts
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers with verified USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and other third-party certifications
Negotiate contracts to ensure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and supply reliability while maintaining strict quality standards

Supplier & Vendor Management

Build and maintain strong, ethical relationships with growers, processors, and contract manufacturers specializing in organic and non-GMO supply chains
Conduct supplier audits to confirm adherence to organic integrity, sustainability practices, and regulatory compliance
Monitor vendor performance, addressing quality deviations, supply risks, and certification lapses
Develop and maintain a diversified supplier base to mitigate single-source dependencies and geopolitical supply disruptions

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure all materials meet FDA, FTC, cGMP, NSF, USDA Organic, and Non-GMO Project standards where applicable
Maintain accurate ingredient documentation including Certificates of Analysis (CoA), Organic Certificates, and Non-GMO Declarations
Partner with Quality Assurance and Regulatory teams to ensure full compliance with labeling and product claims

Cost & Inventory Control

Manage procurement budgets with a focus on optimizing costs while upholding organic and non-GMO commitments
Monitor global market trends in organic and specialty ingredients to inform purchasing strategies
Balance inventory management to avoid shortages or overstock while supporting continuous production

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborate with R&D on ingredient sourcing for new product development (NPD), ensuring organic and non-GMO requirements are met from concept to launch
Work with Marketing to validate claims and certifications used in product positioning
Partner with Operations to align purchasing schedules with production needs
Mentor and provide guidance to junior procurement staff, fostering professional growth and team capability
Lead cross-departmental risk planning sessions to proactively address supply chain vulnerabilities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Food Science, or related field (Master’s preferred)
5+ years of procurement experience in nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, organic foods, or natural products
5+ years of procurement experience in labels and/or consumer packaging
Demonstrated success sourcing organic, non-GMO, and sustainably produced ingredients
Familiarity with ERP/procurement systems, organic certification processes, and supplier auditing
Strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost analysis skills
In-depth understanding of organic and non-GMO certification standards and global ingredient supply chains
Excellent organizational, project management, and documentation abilities
Strong interpersonal skills for working across suppliers, regulators, and internal departments
Analytical mindset for balancing cost, quality, compliance, and sustainability
Commitment to the principles of clean-label, transparent sourcing

GLOBAL HEALING CENTER, LLC

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