Tara Bryant

Tara Bryant is a seasoned professional in sourcing and procurement with extensive experience in indirect sourcing and strategic purchasing. Currently serving as a Senior Sourcing Manager at The J.M. Smucker Co. since March 2018, Tara focuses on corporate spend management. Prior to this role, Tara was an Indirect Sourcing Manager at Associated Materials, where responsibilities included driving cost reduction plans, managing supplier development, and leading cross-functional teams. Earlier experience at Jo-Ann Stores, LLC involved various buying and planning roles, monitoring business performance in a $100+ million segment, and supporting assortment planning processes. Tara holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Kent State University, earned in 2006.