Retail Packaging & Operations Sourcing Manager

The Fresh Market Inc

Greensboro, North Carolina

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Ariba, Category Development, Category Management, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Corrective Action, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Customer Experience, Detail Oriented, Expense Analysis, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Food Safety, Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Merchandising, Negotiation Skills, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Modeling, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Product Packaging, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Request for Proposals (RFP), Retail, Retail Operations, SAP, Safety Compliance, Sales, Sanitation, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Sourcing Strategy, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Team Player, Time Management, Total Cost of Ownership, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing, Warehousing
LOCATION
Greensboro, North Carolina
POSTED
2 days ago
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.

 

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About the Company

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The Fresh Market Inc

Memorable. Inviting. Different. No one word can accurately describe what it's like to be part of the Fresh Market. The experience is as much an intangible feeling, as it is smell, sight and sound. Each detail of what we do reflects the character of who we are. We are people with a passion for quality and service. Talented individuals who want to contribute and thrive. A diverse team unlike any other. The Fresh Market continues to grow with opportunities in new and existing locations. We select talent for a wide range of a wide range of openings, within our store and at our corporate office in Greensboro, North Carolina. Search our jobs, read more about us, and learn why you've never worked anywhere like this before.

INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1982
WEBSITE
http://www.thefreshmarket.com/