Opportunity

Our Purchasing Manager position is an engaging and demanding role. It requires a high level of well-rounded experience, with an ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. We are seeking an individual who can collaborate with internal and external experts to both manage and expand our supply chain. The position is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic environment. This position manages a portfolio of products, no people management responsibility.

Purchasing Manager Role

You will manage the purchasing of a wide range of perishable proteins, as well as associated packaging materials. You will coordinate movement of materials through a growing, national distribution network.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the relationship with vendors for assigned products.
• Partner with suppliers in developing strategic alignment between the supply base and multiple National distribution centers.
• Manage inventory through multiple sales channels and national distribution centers.
• Coordinate between internal departments to drive profitability and eliminate waste.

• High school degree

• Sound working knowledge of strategic purchasing principles, materials management, and end to end supply chain management.
• Analytical skills with comprehensive knowledge of ERP system.
• Solid knowledge of consignment activities and vendor inventory management.

• Capacity to analyze, quantify, and act upon purchasing related analytics.
• Ability to customize/create new metrics to optimize performance.

• Strong negotiation and presentation skills:
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to build a sustainable business case for a proposed solution.
  • Ability to negotiate with external vendors to provide company with strong inventory positions in tight markets.
  • High attention to detail, while meeting timelines as required (multi-tasking ability).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office:
  • Microsoft Excel - able to build spreadsheets with pivot tables.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, statistics, or engineering
• 5 years’ experience with perishable purchasing
• Experience in a mid-sized organization
• Tier one or two supplier purchasing professional experience
• Experience with Supply Chain management

Total Compensation Package

• Base salary plus annual bonus potential. Base salary is commensurate with experience.
• 401K with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee discount plan
• Commuter benefit program
• Wellness programs

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Local candidates only, no relocation support. Direct applications only; no third-party agencies.