Co-Manufacturing & Commercial Sourcing Manager

We’re retained by a growing, global cheese company that maintains a close-knit, entrepreneurial feel despite its international footprint! They are hiring a Co-Manufacturing & Commercial Sourcing Manager to support and scale co-manufacturing and commercial sourcing operations. This hybrid role partners closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure efficient, compliant, and resilient supply chain execution.
The organization offers strong exposure, real autonomy, and clear opportunities for advancement for individuals who thrive in an ownership-driven environment. They genuinely take care of their people—offering excellent benefits, weekly breakfasts and lunches, and a leadership team that values balance! It’s a rare chance to join a global business with a startup mindset, strong tenure, and a culture that truly puts employees first.

Responsibilities Include:

• Own relationships with co-manufacturing, co-packing, and select commercial partners, acting as the key point of contact
• Drive commercial sourcing efforts including RFPs, logistics providers, imports, sea freight, and carrier bids
• Lead supplier negotiations, contracts, SLAs, and ongoing performance management
• Partner closely with internal customer service and logistics teams to ensure seamless end-to-end product flow
• Support commercialization initiatives including new product launches, packaging changes, and network updates
• Identify risks, improvement opportunities, and help strengthen supply chain continuity

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related business discipline
• 5–10 years of experience in a similar FMCG role, ideally within food & beverage
• 2–5 years of experience in food manufacturing and/or perishable goods supply chain logistics
• Strong logistics and end-to-end supply chain understanding, including overseas sourcing
• Proven experience with negotiations and contractual agreements
• Exposure to major retailers such as Costco, Sam’s Club, Walmart, Albertsons, or Kroger
• Strong communication skills and confidence representing the business externally
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, ownership-driven environment

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Industry 1: Dairy
Industry 2: Food & Beverages
Industry 3: Wholesale

Job ID: 52994211893
Category: Consumer Products
Location: Morristown, NJ