Jennifer Pozo
Denver,CO
Summary
Strategic Procurement Manager with a proven ability to create and execute effective purchasing solutions for three industry leading "better for you" nutrition brands. Tenacious in negotiating cost savings contracts while establishing and maintaining strong client and vendor relationships. Exceptional problem solving and communication skills with a deep understanding of brand needs and consumer experience.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Manager
Simply Good Foods
Denver, CO
2017 - Current
- Manage annual ingredient budget of $130M and achieved a 12% cost reduction through strategic initiatives, including qualifying alternate suppliers, reformulations and negotiating multi-level contracts
- Strategically define long-term roadmap for cost savings on key commodities in formulas to capture $15M in cost savings due to record high market increases in cocoa and whey protein
- Work cross-functionally to identify annual cost savings of $2M for margin improvement by qualifying alternate suppliers with matched quality ingredients at a lower cost
- Review Business Continuity & Risk Management across key commodities to identify, prioritize and mitigate risks that could disrupt the supply of critical raw materials required to meet sales forecasts and finished good productions
- Partner with suppliers to mitigate tariff impacts by increasing safety stock on pre-tariff inventory, qualify domestic suppliers and negotiate long term contracts
- Effectively manage P&L and accountable to achieve desired financial outcomes, meet revenue targets, control or reduce costs, and maximize profitability
- Keep Executive Leadership well-informed on the impact of COGS by providing market trends, monthly updates to track the effectiveness and impact of procurement initiatives and recommendations to implement cost reductions
- Lead the charge for ingredient productivity projects including reformulations with cost-reduced ingredients, alternate supplier qualification, revised pack sizes and continuous improvement at co-manufacturers
- Cultivate collaborative and trusting partnerships with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to identify and drive continuous improvement, provide uninterrupted supply, deliver cost savings and ensure seamless integration
Procurement Manager
Atkins Nutritionals
Denver, CO
2015 - 2017
- Managed $100MM ingredient and packaging budget across total Atkins portfolio
- Led vendor selection process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and quality standards
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules
- Oversaw supplier contracts, including drafting agreements, negotiating terms and managing renewals
- Developed risk management strategies for procurement ensuring business continuity and resilience against supply chain disruptions
- Collaborated with product development teams to source innovative materials that met technical specifications and cost targets
- Conducted Supplier Quarterly Business Reviews to identify areas for improvement and foster accountability
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities
Purchasing Manager
GloProfessional
Denver, CO
2014 - 2015
- Responsible for managing $5MM budget, establishing timelines, vendor negotiation, communication with cross-functional teams, and ensuring on-time delivery
- Led all contract negotiations with domestic and foreign suppliers securing consistent quality, fixed pricing, proper documentation and on-time delivery
- Monitored and adjusted product allocation by working closely with marketing and sales to forecast product demand and manage inventory levels
- Notified production planners at the Distribution Center of imminent out-of-stock situations and worked with planners and vendors to find solutions to expedite products
Procurement Associate
Revlon Professional Brands
Denver, CO
2011 - 2014
- Managed supplier quality issues, including return material authorization, cause and corrective action documentation and supplier credits
- Direct point of contact for SAP Procurement to resolve supplier-related issues and ensure a timely and adequate supply of products
- Implemented new project management software across marketing, creative and procurement teams including back & front-end infrastructure and training across 3 corporate offices
- Communicated opportunities and potential cost implications while recommending appropriate actions to minimize negative impact and maximize profitability
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Supplier relationship management
- Global procurement
- Cost reduction strategies
- Contract negotiation
- Risk management
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Project management
- Strategic sourcing
Certification
Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
- Certified Supply Chain Professional
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Simply Good Foods
2017 - Current
Procurement Manager
Atkins Nutritionals
2015 - 2017
Purchasing Manager
GloProfessional
2014 - 2015
Procurement Associate
Revlon Professional Brands
2011 - 2014
Bachelor of Science - Communications
University of Florida