Buyer (On-Site)

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements through MRP to help identify shortages and maintain inventory levels.
• Issue purchase orders and coordinate deliveries to support production schedules.
• Maintain positive working relationships with suppliers to support quality, service, and delivery expectations.
• Support sourcing activities for new product development in coordination with customers and suppliers.
• Attend weekly commercialization meetings and customer calls as needed.
• Collaborate with Sales, R&D, Planning, and Production teams to support project and material timelines.
• Assist Finance with monthly purchase price variance (PPV) reporting and quarterly pricing updates.
• Support cost savings initiatives while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Track purchasing and supplier performance metrics to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Absorb and participate in supplier and plant visits to support quality and supply continuity initiatives.

Qualifications

• KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in purchasing or supply chain management within food environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of supply chain processes, logistics, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Prominent negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and maintain supplier relationships.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities with the capacity to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities, adapt to daily changes, and consistently meet commitments.
• Proficiency in MRP and ERP systems, with experience in inventory control and materials requirements planning.
• Advanced mathematical and analytical capabilities.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop a vision, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and drive efficiencies that reduce cost, minimize risk, and limit downtime.
• Experience developing and tracking goals and objectives measured by key performance indicators (KPIs).