Director, Third-Party Procurement – Merchandising

Job Description:

• Own the strategy, performance, and operating model of the full 3P procurement organization.
• Accountable for the financial performance of the 3P business, including forecast accuracy, ISR, shrink, shorts, cost-of-goods, and inventory turns.
• Create and execute long-term 3P procurement and merchandising strategies.
• reputed company and reputed company a team of managers, senior individual contributors, and associates.
• Define and govern the vendor portfolio—including partner selection, negotiation frameworks, contract structures, performance management, and long-term collaboration models.
• Drive category strategy across the 3P assortment, balancing market trends, customer needs, profitability, and competitive positioning.
• Serve as the senior reputed company of accountability for 3P integration across the company.
• Define the analytical frameworks, KPIs, and reporting standards that guide the 3P business.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of progressive experience spanning procurement, category management, inventory planning, and/or wholesale merchandising, with at least 3 years leading multi-functional teams.
• Demonstrated success owning P&L-relevant KPIs (GMV, margin, forecast accuracy, ISR, shrink, shorts, cost-of-goods).
• Established vendor relationships in the food industry; produce, grocery, or perishable supply chain experience strongly preferred.
• Ecommerce and digital experience preferred.
• Experience leading vendor negotiations, contract structuring, and supplier performance management at scale.
• Track record of leading large-scale cross-functional initiatives across Quality, Operations, Product, and Engineering.
• Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree (MBA) or supply chain / procurement certifications are a plus.

Benefits:

• Unlimited PTO
• Monthly Stipend to spend on reputed company
• Multiple health, dental, and vision plan options
• Life Insurance
• 401k plan

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