Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Community Coffee Company is a leading family-owned and operated retail coffee brand in America, renowned for its commitment to quality and tradition combined with innovative practices. As an established leader in the consumer-packaged goods sector, specifically within the food and beverage industry, Community Coffee prides itself on creating exceptional coffee experiences that resonate with customers across the nation. The company fosters a dynamic and fast-paced work environment emphasizing professional growth, collaboration, and a passion for coffee culture. Community Coffee’s dedication to balancing heritage with forward-thinking strategies enables it to remain competitive and influential in the market while maintaining a strong... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- MBA strongly preferred
- 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain leadership experience
- minimum 5 years developing and implementing procurement processes and KPIs
- minimum 3 years in direct manufacturing procurement
- minimum 3 years in distribution-related procurement
- 3+ years managing and developing a team of at least five direct reports
- ERP expertise including hands-on experience with SAP/S4HANA
- strong working knowledge of accounting systems
- inventory management
- manufacturing software
- order processing systems
- project management tools
- advanced proficiency in spreadsheet and word-processing applications
- proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management
- demonstrated ability to develop and execute business continuity and risk-mitigation plans
- experience leading performance measurement frameworks including scorecarding and KPI tracking
- expertise in supporting new product innovation including supplier-driven product development
- internal only experience with Community Coffee, even if unrelated, may fulfill this requirement with approval from Human Resources
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- MBA strongly preferred
- 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain leadership experience, ideally within the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) industry (Food & Beverage preferred)
- Minimum 5 years developing and implementing procurement processes and KPIs
- Minimum 3 years in direct manufacturing procurement
- Minimum 3 years in distribution-related procurement
- 3+ years of experience managing and developing a team of at least five direct reports
- ERP expertise required, including hands-on experience with SAP/S4HANA
- Strong working knowledge of accounting systems, inventory management, manufacturing software, order processing systems, project management tools
- Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet and word-processing applications
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management (commodities preferred), and supplier relationship management, including co-packers and distribution partners
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute business continuity and risk-mitigation plans
- Experience leading performance measurement frameworks, including scorecarding and KPI tracking
- Expertise supporting new product innovation, including supplier-driven product development
- Internal only: Experience with Community Coffee, even if unrelated, may fulfill this requirement at the discretion of the hiring manager with approval from Human Resources
Job Duties
- Formulate and execute integrated procurement strategies that align with corporate objectives across people, service, product, and brand initiatives to advance growth and performance goals
- Direct the strategic vision and operational delivery of the procurement function to maximize end-to-end supply chain efficiency, optimize the purchase-to-pay lifecycle, and enhance service performance
- Oversee purchasing operations, including order placement and contract execution
- Provide leadership in strategic sourcing—evaluating best value options, shaping contract structures, leading negotiations, and ensuring supplier performance excellence
- Drive category leadership by analyzing market dynamics, fostering product innovation, and leveraging emerging opportunities
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement by embedding structured prioritization frameworks aligned with enterprise strategies
- Steward financial accountability through development and oversight of the departmental budget
- Lead innovation-driven initiatives, prioritizing supplier collaboration to accelerate product development and differentiation in the marketplace
- Engage cross-functionally with senior leaders, including product development, marketing, and sales operations, to align R&D activities and innovation priorities
- Oversee global sourcing strategies, driving cost optimization, supplier program execution, and lifecycle management while mitigating risk through robust business continuity planning
- Strengthen S&OP processes by embedding KPI-driven governance, ensuring supplier reliability and responsiveness, and deploying performance scorecards for continuous improvement
- Guide system advancements (SAP/S4HANA) to enable operational excellence in procurement, supply planning, and demand fulfillment
- Collaborate with executive leadership to assess strategic progress, recalibrate objectives, and ensure alignment with changing business conditions
- Translate corporate strategies into actionable operational plans, applying analytics, forecasting, and coaching to deliver on KPIs
- Build and sustain a high-performance organization by recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent, ensuring robust succession planning, and fostering a culture of learning and professional growth
- Recognize and reward team achievements in alignment with continuous improvement objectives
- Execute leadership responsibilities consistent with organizational policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards
- Drive initiatives that promote responsible sourcing practices, supplier diversity, and environmental sustainability to support corporate social responsibility goals
- Implement data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics, automation, and AI-enabled procurement technologies to optimize performance and reduce risk
- Build and strengthen strategic supplier relationships and alliances that create competitive advantage, foster innovation, and enhance supply chain resilience
- May be asked to perform additional duties, as necessary
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Experience
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