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Date: Jul 15, 2025

Location: Twin Falls, ID

Company: Chobani

Summary

The Procurement Manager- Dairy, will lead all procurement activities related to the strategic sourcing of dairy materials and selling the by-products including cream for Twin Falls, ID production facility.   This role is responsible for evaluating raw material requirements, performs RFP processes, evaluates/analyzes proposals, negotiates agreements as well as addressing supply and quality issues. This role will be on-site full-time with some limited travel required. 

Responsibilities

  • Balancing and settling all raw milk with our suppliers including creating POs in SAP, approving raw milk invoices, and balancing and settling weights for cream with our buyers.
  • Direct the flow of milk and cream to and from facilities while cancelling or altering schedules as supply and demand change based on production and forecasts. 
  • Communicate and respond to daily supply and demand changes as necessary with the assistance of suppliers, manufacturing locations and internal procurement employees.
  • Responsible for the routing and delivery of all cream and bulk dairy commodities supplied to the Twin Falls production facility, 
  • Execute cream and bulk dairy supply optimization strategies on a weekly basis.
  • Continuously monitor and manage the bulk dairy markets for spot buying, selling or substitution opportunities while optimizing the supply portfolio from a company-wide perspective.
  • Monitor dairy markets to identify and implement cost savings/spot market buying opportunities within the total supply chain of commodities and ingredients.
  • Develop new supply sources and raw material substitutions with the assistance of R&D and QA utilizing the Strategic Sourcing Process.
  • Support R&D with any dairy products needed for trials, innovation, and other needs.
  • Build relationships with milk Co-Ops, dairy farms. Support Idaho Dairyman Association (IDA) and Idaho Milk Processors Association (IMPA) as needed.
     

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Finance, or other related degree required.
  • 7+ years’ experience in a Procurement Management role or Diverse Supply Chain Management role. With at least 5 years of that in a dairy related procurement position.
  • Proven knowledge of dairy market pricing models and industry dynamics
  • Involvement in the dairy industry trade association required.
  • Experience in Dairy Commodity Hedging preferred.
  • A Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designation is preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in negotiation strategies and tactics.
  • Knowledge of SAP, SAP SRM or similar ERP system required.
  • Technical skills in computing and using standard software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet)
  • Limited travel required, including travel to dairy farms and attendance at various dairy conferences as requested.

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company’s philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and www.lacolombe.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K match, short- and long-term disability coverage, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. We are also proud to offer specialized benefits like health care navigation, mental health services, fertility assistance, and paid parental leave as well as 120 hours of PTO and 11 Holidays each year. 

Compensation Range: $107,000.00 - $161,000.00, plus bonus.


Nearest Major Market: Idaho
Nearest Secondary Market: Twin Falls