Procurement Specialist

About the role

Supreme Cuisine is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our growing food manufacturing organization. This position is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, inventory planning, and ensuring uninterrupted supply of materials needed to support production operations.

The Procurement Specialist will oversee the procurement of raw materials, packaging, ingredients, operating supplies, and services while maintaining inventory levels, controlling costs, and supporting operational efficiency. This individual will work closely with Operations, Warehouse, Production, Quality Assurance, and Finance to ensure materials are available to meet customer demand and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and indirect supplies
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needs
• Analyze purchasing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Manage supplier performance and ensure service expectations are met
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to ensure material availability
• Resolve supply chain disruptions and material shortages
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
• Review and process purchase orders and supplier invoices
• Support inventory management and cycle count activities
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and company standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field required
• Minimum 5 years of Procurement Experience
• Food Manufacturing Experience strongly preferred
• Experience purchasing ingredients, packaging, and production materials preferred
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Knowledge of inventory management and forecasting principles
• ERP, MRP, or WMS system experience preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

• Food Manufacturing
• Supply Chain Management
• Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing
• Inventory Planning
• Vendor Negotiations
• Cost Reduction Initiatives
• ERP/MRP Systems
• Forecasting and Demand Planning

Work Environment

• Food Manufacturing Facility
• Office and Production Floor Interaction
• Fast-Paced Growth Environment
• Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Leadership Growth Opportunities
• Stable and Growing Company
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Opportunity to Make a Direct Impact on Company Performance
• Strategic Role Supporting Business Growth
• Comprehensive Benefits Package