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Procurement & Vendor Management Manager

Atrium

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Candidate Sourcing, Catering Services, Communication Skills, Community Programs, Community Support, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Data Analysis, Distribution Services, Documentation, Expense Analysis, Financial Operations, Food Purchasing, Food Services, Forecasting, Genetics, Government Funding, Interviewing Skills, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Nonprofit, Nutrition, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Procurement Planning, Procurement Strategy, Product Programs, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Relationship Management, Reporting Skills, Sales Management, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
3 days ago
Client Overview:
Are you a skilled negotiator who loves finding savings, building vendor relationships, and making a real impact on operations? Our client, a growing nonprofit organization with a large-scale food service operation, is looking for a Procurement & Vendor Management Manager to join their team. If you enjoy analyzing spending trends, negotiating contracts, and creating efficiencies that directly support important community programs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Salary/Hourly Rate:
$120k Annually

Position Overview:
As the Procurement & Vendor Management Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing purchasing operations, supplier partnerships, and strategic sourcing initiatives. Working closely with leadership, finance, and operations teams, you will help drive cost-saving strategies, negotiate vendor agreements, and support the organization's upcoming expansion into a new commissary kitchen facility in Midtown Manhattan. This is an opportunity to combine analytical thinking, relationship management, and operational leadership in a highly visible role.

Responsibilities of the Procurement & Vendor Management Manager:
  • Manage vendor relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for food service suppliers and distributors.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service terms to achieve measurable cost savings.
  • Analyze purchasing data, spending patterns, and vendor performance to identify opportunities for operational efficiencies.
  • Develop sourcing strategies designed to reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality and service standards.
  • Oversee purchasing activities for food, kitchen supplies, disposable products, nutrition programs, and operational materials.
  • Coordinate purchasing schedules to ensure uninterrupted kitchen and program operations.
  • Research and evaluate new vendors, products, and sourcing opportunities.
  • Monitor contract compliance, supplier performance, and pricing structures.
  • Partner with the Finance and Operations teams on procurement planning, forecasting, and budgeting initiatives.
  • Review purchase requests, invoices, and procurement documentation for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare reports on purchasing trends, cost savings, vendor performance, and procurement activities.
  • Support the procurement needs associated with the organization's new kitchen expansion project.
Required Experience/Skills for the Procurement & Vendor Management Manager:
  • 3 - 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, vendor management, supply chain, or food service operations.
  • Proven experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to review spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Experience managing purchasing budgets and procurement processes.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with reporting and data analysis.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Experience/Skills for the Procurement & Vendor Management Manager:
  • Experience within nonprofit organizations, hospitality, catering, commissary kitchens, food service operations, or institutional dining environments.
  • Experience managing food vendors and large-scale purchasing programs.
  • Knowledge of inventory management and procurement best practices.
  • Experience supporting facility expansions or operational growth initiatives.
  • Familiarity with government-funded programs or grant-funded procurement requirements.
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Hospitality Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant procurement experience will be considered.
Benefits:
  • Competitive $120,000 annual salary.
  • Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to lead strategic procurement initiatives with measurable business impact.
  • Direct exposure to executive leadership and organizational decision-making.
  • Play a key role in a major kitchen and operational expansion project.
  • Collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
  • Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities.
  • Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).
About Atrium:What you do matters. Guided by our Applicant-Centric™ approach, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team committed to your growth and success.
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Position ID: 397956

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