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Director of Procurement (Food Distribution)

Company: The Judge Group | Location: Westminster, Maryland | Posted: Aug 26, 2026

Job Summary

We're searching for a proven procurement leader from the foodservice industry to take ownership of purchasing, vendor negotiations, supplier performance, and inventory health for a high-volume, fast-moving operation of a Fortune 100 company.

If you know how to drive Service, Fill Rate, Shrink, and Obsolete Inventory in a 600 million dollar environment, this role puts you at the center of the operation.

What You'll Lead

  • Oversee all buying, supplier service, shrinkage, and obsolete inventory
  • Lead and develop a team of 3 Category Managers and 5-7 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 operation.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Earn up to $175,000 total compensation (salary + bonus) in your first year
  • 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

  • 6+ years in procurement/purchasing within the wholesale foodservice distribution, wholesale grocery distribution, or a national/regional restaurant chain industry required.
  • 3+ years in a people leadership role (Can be a Manager or Director)
  • Deep knowledge of integrated procurement + inventory systems
  • Proven success in improving service, fill rate, shrink, and obsolete inventory
  • High School Diploma required (Associate/Bachelor's preferred)
  • CPP certification highly desired


Location

  • Baltimore, MD - a growing area with an excellent quality of life

If you're a procurement leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, this is your next step.

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

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How to Apply

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