Greensboro, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid
Senior
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a new team member who s…
Skills: Indirect Procurement, Vendor Negotiation, Category Management, Spend Analysis, Total Cost of Ownership Analysis
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a new team member who s…
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
Skills: Inventory Management, Pricing Integrity, Merchandising, Staff Training, Guest Service
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a new team member who s…
Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$19/hr
Entry level
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a new team member who s…
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
Skills: Team Leadership, Inventory Management, Pricing Integrity, Merchandising, Guest Service
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience through exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a leader who bri…
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience through exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a leader who bri…
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a new team member who s…
Southern Pines, North Carolina, United States · On-site
Mid level
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience through exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a leader who bri…
The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our added benefits for joining …
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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree, professional certificate
Team member discount up to 40%, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401K contribution and match, Personal time off
Posted 39d ago
Apply by Jul 2
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Manage the full lifecycle of retail packaging and operations supplies, focusing on sourcing, vendor negotiations, and cost-saving strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply chain efficiency and compliance with food safety and environmental regulations.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree and 5-8 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years specifically in packaging or operational supplies for retail or foodservice. Proficiency in procurement software like Coupa, SAP/Ariba, and advanced Excel is required.
Full job description
The Fresh Market & You:
Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a new team member who strives for excellence and brings positive energy, commitment, and a “can-do” attitude to work every day.We value teamwork and celebrate our successes as a team and will value your contribution!
Added Benefits for choosing The Fresh Market Team:
Team member discount up to 40%
Health, Dental & Vision insurance available for individual, spouse, partner, and family.
401K contribution and match for part-time and full-time team members.
Personal time off and additional time off purchase plans available
And much more!
About the Position:
The Fresh Market is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Indirect Procurement Sourcing Manager to manage the sourcing of our packaging, operations, and supply category. This role will entail sourcing, vendor negotiations & management, and supply tracking, while supporting store operations and leading coordination with key third-party vendors. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with strong analytical skills and a background in indirect procurement.
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Sourcing Manager to lead procurement efforts for both retail packaging and store operations materials within our grocery business. This role will manage end-to-end sourcing strategies for packaging used in non-merchandise categories such as store supplies, carry-out bags, sanitation materials, and point-of-sale (POS) consumables. The successful candidate will deliver cost savings, operational efficiency, sustainability improvements, and vendor performance excellence
What You'll Do:
Own and manage the full lifecycle of the retail packaging and operations supplies categories.
Conduct category spend analysis, identify sourcing opportunities, and drive year-over-year continuous savings and efficiencies.
Collaborate with stakeholders in Product, Store Operations, Merchandising, Marketing, and Private Label teams to develop and refine category strategies.
Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO) and implement sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and service.
Support packaging transitions for new product launches or supplier changes with minimal operational disruption.
Troubleshoot and resolve packaging-related issues affecting supply chain, store performance, or consumer experience.
Develop sourcing plans and lead RFPs/RFQs for packaging and operational goods such as:
Select and onboard suppliers based on cost, quality, and service capabilities.
Lead contract negotiations and ensure supplier compliance with SLAs and regulatory requirements.
Monitor supplier performance and develop corrective action plans when necessary.
Ensure compliance with food safety, USDA, FDA, local laws, and environmental packaging regulations.
Serve as a sourcing partner across merchandising, operations, warehouse, and marketing teams to align sourcing with business goals.
Support new product launches and seasonal changes by ensuring timely availability of packaging and operational supplies.
Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes, vendor engagement models, and category performance.
Qualifications:
At a minimum, what you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, or a related field.
5–8 years of experience in procurement, category management, or sourcing, with at least 3 years focused on packaging and/or operational supplies in grocery, retail, or foodservice.
Strong understanding of food-grade packaging and operational sourcing needs in a high-volume retail environment.
Proficient in Procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, DocuSign, SAP/Ariba) and Excel.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with private label packaging and packaging design/development
Professional certifications (MBA, CPSM, CPIM, PMP, or equivalent)
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: Consistent with applicable laws, TFM will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and team members, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to TFM. This guiding principle applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring and job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, genetic information, uniformed service, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
The statements in this job description are provided to describe the general nature and level of work expected in this role. While these statements include the essential functions of the job, they are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. As we work as a team, there may be times team members are needed to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities based on business needs.
"We inspire our guests to make everyday eating extraordinary."
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1982
Headquarters
Greensboro, NC
LinkedIn followers
82,910
Since 1982, The Fresh Market, Inc. has helped guests make every day eating extraordinary. As a premier fresh-focused specialty food retailer, The Fresh Market is known for our carefully curated offerings and an unparalleled shopping experience that inspires guests to try new products, cook with confidence, and serve easy delicious meals. The Fresh Market currently operates 172 stores in 22 states across the U.S. For more information, please visit www.thefreshmarket.com or follow the company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest.
Offices: 300 N. Greene Street, Suite 1100, Greensboro, NC 27401, US
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"We inspire our guests to make everyday eating extraordinary."
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1982
Headquarters
Greensboro, NC
LinkedIn followers
82,910
Since 1982, The Fresh Market, Inc. has helped guests make every day eating extraordinary. As a premier fresh-focused specialty food retailer, The Fresh Market is known for our carefully curated offerings and an unparalleled shopping experience that inspires guests to try new products, cook with confidence, and serve easy delicious meals. The Fresh Market currently operates 172 stores in 22 states across the U.S. For more information, please visit www.thefreshmarket.com or follow the company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest.
Offices: 300 N. Greene Street, Suite 1100, Greensboro, NC 27401, US
Prime steaksFresh produceSpecialty cheesesand International beer and wineLoyalty ProgramsCouponsHospitalityFood DeliveryRetailSeafood