Senior Procurement Specialist

Conagra Brands

. Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies across assigned categories.

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeOmaha • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $82,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation, with a strong focus on data-driven analysis and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead procurement activities and optimize commercial outcomes while managing supplier performance and risk.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementContract NegotiationProject ManagementData-Driven Analysis

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Hard Skills

Supplier Performance ManagementCategory ManagementFinancial EvaluationRFI ProcessRFP ProcessRFQ ProcessRisk AssessmentCost BenchmarkingSupplier OnboardingMarket Research

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingInfluencing StakeholdersAttention to DetailCollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

SAPShopperationsCMDAccolade

Industry Keywords

Marketing ProcessesCorporate CommunicationsSupplier DiversityOperational EfficiencyCommercial Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies across assigned categories.
Build and maintain supplier relationships with cross-functional stakeholders.
Lead supplier performance reviews, identify improvement opportunities, and establish corrective action plans.
Maintain category strategies aligned with business objectives.
Support and lead contract negotiations to optimize commercial outcomes.
Read, draft, review, and negotiate supplier contracts.
Provide strategic sourcing solutions addressing stakeholder needs and business priorities.
Research supplier capabilities, industry trends, agency models, and market dynamics.
Develop business cases and recommendations using data-driven analysis.
Lead RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes.
Conduct supplier financial, operational, and risk assessments.
Drive efficiency and working capital initiatives.
Benchmark costs, evaluate supplier value, and negotiate favorable outcomes.
Manage supplier onboarding and setup activities.
Maintain accurate contract and supplier records.
Present sourcing recommendations, opportunities, risks, and investment priorities to leadership.
Foster partnerships across the organization to deliver sustainable business value.
Manage procurement-related activities within SAP, Shopperations, CMD, and Accolade.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience sourcing products and/or services.
Understanding of marketing / brand processes.
Experience sourcing media and Corporate Communications services.
Experience negotiating commercial agreements and supplier contracts.
Strong supplier development, supplier diversity, risk management, performance management, and category management experience.
Experience developing and executing requests for information, requests for proposal, and requests for quotation events.
Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Strong analytical and financial evaluation skills.
Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Skilled at building relationships and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.
Resourceful, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Strong listening skills and a collaborative, team-focused approach.
Effective prioritization, multitasking, and time management skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare plans
Wellness incentive program
Mental wellbeing support
Fitness reimbursement
Bonus incentive opportunity
Matching 401(k)
Stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities
Employee resource groups
On-demand learning
Tuition reimbursement
Paid-time off
Parental leave
Flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Volunteer opportunities