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Purchasing, Procurement & Manufacturing Production Planner
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Department: Operations
Reports To: Director of Operations
Compensation: Based on Experience - Base Profit Sharing Bonus
Military Veteran preferred, but not required.
Are you ready to be the linchpin of a growing operation? My client is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Planner & Procurement Manager to take charge of inbound logistics, inventory flow, and strategic sourcing. This position plays a critical role in keeping production running smoothly by managing vendor relationships, inbound schedules, and the procurement pipeline for packaging and raw materials.
Why You Should Apply
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Lead logistics and purchasing operations in a high-impact, central role
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Work in a dynamic environment with a clear path to growth
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Base salary profit sharing bonus
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Located in Jacksonville, FL
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Supportive of military veterans—your leadership experience is valued
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What You’ll Be Doing
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Schedule inbound shipments to align with production timelines and avoid bottlenecks
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Communicate with carriers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure delivery accuracy
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Manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, and packaging
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Oversee procurement planning, cost control, and supplier performance
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Maintain accurate records on inventory, shipments, and sourcing timelines
About You
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Be able to do the job as described
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Experience purchasing for a manufacturing or production facility
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Familiarity with scheduling tools and inventory management software
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Proficient in Excel with strong documentation habits
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Skilled at building vendor relationships and negotiating effectively
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