Procurement Manager

About Umoja Health

Umoja means unity in Swahili. At Umoja, we are united in the fight for equity and access to food. We apply our proven expertise in food & logistics to support hunger relief, reduce food insecurity and address social determinants of health across the country. Our creative, customizable solutions are fueled by our talent, analytics, industry insights and vast network of partners, and backed by our commitment to our customers. As a minority-owned business, we think globally and inclusively. Our team mirrors the wide range of backgrounds and cultures that we serve, enabling us to connect with our customers in a more personal way.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all procurement and sourcing activities across product categories.

• Develop and manage strategic vendor relationships.

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors and products.

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements.

• Serve as internal expert on commodity markets.

• Track growing seasons, crop yields, and supply constraints.

• Monitor competitor pricing and market trends.

• Support Sales with market intelligence.

• Oversee inventory planning across distribution centers.

• Develop demand forecasting models.

• Align purchasing plans with sales forecasts.

• Ensure inventory accuracy via ERP systems.

• Maintain inventory values as set by CFO

• Ensure accurate item details for existing and new item setup

• Lead and develop procurement team.

• Improve and implement best in class procurement processes and controls.

• Utilize ERP systems such as NetSuite.

• Partner cross-functionally.

• Ability to design and generate custom reports out of NetSuite

Qualifications

• 5+ years procurement or supply chain leadership.

• Experience purchasing shelf stable and perishable foods is a plus.

• Experience managing a procurement team.

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

• ERP experience

What Success Looks Like

• Improved gross margins.

• Strong vendor performance.

• Accurate forecasting.

• Sales supported by market intelligence.

• Above industry average order fill rate while maintaining inventory value KPI's.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary.

• Extremely rewarding incentive compensation plan.

• 100% Company paid Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision.

• 401(k) with company match

• A high energy, face paced, team environment.

• A culture committed to the growth and development of every team member.

Why Join Umoja Health?

This is a chance to combine financial expertise with mission-driven impact. As Controller, you will play a critical role in strengthening Umoja Health's financial foundation while advancing our vision of equity and access in healthcare and nutrition.

Pay: $110, $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person