Manager, Procurement

Hint Inc. • Full-time • Remote (Illinois, United States, US) • $95k - $120k / year • 5m ago

About Hint

Back when we started Hint, our motto was Drink Water, Not Sugar. Our mission to this day is to help people fall in love with water — delicious fruit-infused water — so they can live healthier lives.

Ever since then, we've attracted our share of imitators, but no one has been able to match that touch of true fruit flavor in every bottle of Hint. The craftsmanship we put into creating flavors that fully reflect their fruit origin is unparalleled. And with no sweeteners, no preservatives, and zero calories, is it any wonder our fans have turned Hint into an obsession?

Today, Hint is sold in over 30,000 stores all over the United States. We feature dozens of amazing flavors — including perennial favorites Blackberry, Watermelon, and Cherry — as well as limited edition smash-ups and exclusive bundles, all available at drinkhint.com, Amazon, e-Retail account, and major retailers.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As Manager, Procurement at Hint, you'll be at the forefront of sourcing and managing key suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely acquisition of materials needed to support our growth. Reporting to the SVP, Supply Chain, you'll play a critical role in shaping Hint's procurement strategy, optimizing costs, and ensuring the consistent supply of high-quality materials. You'll work cross-functionally with teams such as production, logistics, and finance to drive efficiency and maintain strong supplier relationships. If you're a strategic thinker with a knack for negotiation and supply chain excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a fast-growing, innovative brand!

What You Will Do

Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services
Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and high-quality standards
Manage supplier relationships, ensuring reliability, performance, and adherence to contract terms
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Production, Finance) to align procurement activities with company needs and growth objectives
Monitor and analyze market trends, supplier performance, and material availability to proactively address potential supply disruptions
Optimize inventory management to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing excess inventory and related costs
Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, including sourcing, vendor management, and purchase order management
Conduct regular supplier audits and performance reviews to ensure compliance with quality, sustainability, and regulatory requirements
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure procurement efficiency and effectiveness
Assist with cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to support financial planning
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and best practices
Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to the SVP, Supply Chain on procurement performance and opportunities for improvement

Requirements

5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management (CPG or beverage industry experience preferred); specifically purchasing of packaging labels, packaging film, corrugate trays, cans, etc
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier negotiation, and contract management
Experience in managing supplier relationships and optimizing sourcing strategies
Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, Excel)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams
Solid understanding of inventory management, cost optimization, and market trends
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proven ability to identify process improvements and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Knowledge of industry regulations, sustainability practices, and best practices in procurement
Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment
Passion for Hint's mission and a desire to contribute to the success of a purpose-driven brand

Benefits

Base salary of $95,000-120,000. Actual salary offer may vary based on location and work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future
Bonus Eligible
Unlimited Vacation
Sick Days
Up to 95% of the employee and dependent healthcare premiums paid for by the company
Life insurance (company-paid and voluntary)
Flexible Spending Accounts
401K (regular and Roth)
Up to $150/month health and wellness reimbursement
Up to $100 monthly towards your cell phone and $50 monthly towards Internet (if applicable)
Employee Discount on Hint Water