Bruce Firnhaber Email Address

Vice President of Procurement

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As senior procurement leader with broad experience in the consumer goods industry, I create value and manage cost through risk assessment, strategic sourcing and supplier relationships, while ensuring quality, operational excellence and business profitability. I have significant international procurement experience including qualification of off-shore suppliers and manufacturing facilities in South America, Australia, and New Zealand. I enjoy extensive experience in building and leading procurement teams that deliver results through improving productivity, cash flow, innovation, and quality. With a proven track record of leading strategic relationships, cross-functionally and with suppliers, I develop and implement initiatives that drive top and bottom-line growth. I am results-driven, with expertise across all areas of expenditure and developing strategic plans that enable business growth. Best Practice Experience and Leadership in the following areas: * Supply-Chain assessments, recommendations and implementation * Commodity hedge process leadership * Global strategic sourcing * Contract development and management * International procurement experience including on-site qualification of off-shore suppliers * Extensive experience with food and packaging commodities including unique meat proteins, corrugate, and film. Professional Affiliations & Credentials: •Institute for Supply Management (ISM) – National and Western WA Chapters •Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) – National Association of Purchasing Managers •Meat Importers Council of America (MICA)