Manager of Procurement (Darlington)

$1B Foodservice Distribution Operation We’re searching for a proven procurement leader from the wholesale foodservice or food retail distribution industry to take ownership of purchasing, supplier performance, and inventory health for a high‑volume, fast‑moving DC. If you know how to drive Service, Fill Rate, Shrink, and Obsolete Inventory in a billion‑dollar environment — 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 8-10 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 distribution center. Compensation & Benefits: Earn up to $170,000 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 or retail food distribution 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: Darlington, SC — a growing region with excellent quality of life If you’re a procurement leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume foodservice environment, this is your next step. Interested or know someone who fits? Message me directly at #JDP #Procurementmanagement #Foodservicedistribution #Purchasingjobs #DarlingtonSCjobs