Buyer

About the role

We’re seeking a Buyer to join our Supply Chain team at PS Seasoning. This role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for detail and a knack for balancing analytical decision-making with collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials and commodities, including packaging, spices, and ingredients, to maintain uninterrupted supply
• Lead initiatives to ensure materials and projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies for assigned categories
• Analyze and understand financials related to purchased items and total cost of ownership
• Review and manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP) decisions
• Apply deep product knowledge, including risk mitigation and hedging strategies
• Partner with suppliers and internal Quality teams on product claims and resolutions
• Manage supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support broader Supply Chain initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (3–5 years) in supply chain, procurement, or the food/spice industry
• Preferred professional certifications such as CSCP or CPM
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Results-driven mindset with a sense of urgency and persistence
• Adaptable, positive attitude with the ability to embrace change
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; ERP experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Relationship-building skills aligned with long-term company growth and strategy

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, food safety, and employee safety programs

Skills

• Strategic thinking
• Supplier relationship management
• Cost management
• Financial analysis
• Product knowledge
• Risk mitigation
• Hedging strategies
• Collaboration
• Change management

Benefits

• Investment in employee development
• Team-based culture
• Focus on long-term growth and strategy

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Core office hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm, with a move to West Bend in 2028.

Location

Currently located in Iron Ridge, WI, with plans to relocate to West Bend in 2028.

Company Culture

PS Seasoning values tradition, innovation, and family. We invest in our employees, celebrate wins together, and believe that doing things the right way—every time—creates something truly special.

EEO Statement

PS Seasoning is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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