Director of Procurement

We’re searching for a proven procurement leader from the wholesale foodservice distribution, retail food distribution, or multi-unit restaurant industries to take ownership of purchasing, supplier performance, and inventory health for a high‑volume, fast‑moving $600 million operation.

If you know how to drive Service, Fill Rate, Shrink, and Obsolete Inventory — this role puts you at the center of the operation.

What You’ll Lead

• Oversee all buying, supplier service, shrink, and obsolete inventory.
• Lead and develop a team of Category Managers and Buyers.
• Own the KPIs that define customer experience: Service + Fill Rate
• Build a standardized category management platform
• Strengthen supplier partnerships and drive accountability
• Improve forecasting, purchasing discipline, and inbound reliability
• Integrate procurement strategy with operations, finance, and sales
• Implement policies, processes, and systems that elevate performance
• Reduce waste, improve turns, and protect margin

This is a high‑visibility, high‑impact leadership role in a major supply chain operation.

Compensation & Benefits

Earn up to $180,000 total compensation (salary + bonus)

Top Fortune 500 benefits, including

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Excellent matching 401(k)
• Robust insurance and wellness programs
• And much more

Relocation assistance provided

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years in procurement/purchasing within wholesale foodservice distribution, retail food distribution, or multi-unit restaurant industry (Definite requirement)
• Deep knowledge of integrated procurement + inventory systems
• Proven success improving service, fill rate, shrink, and obsolete inventory
• Prior supervisory/people leadership experience a must
• High School Diploma required (Associate/Bachelor’s preferred)
• CPP certification highly desired

Location

• Baltimore, MD area — a growing location with excellent quality of life

If you’re a procurement leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume food distribution environment, this is your next step.

Interested or know someone who fits? Message me directly at rarritola@judge.com

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