Corporate Buyer

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. As a Corporate Buyer, you will play a key role in facilitating the distribution of our products to customers and consumers. You will support various supply chain functions, including analyzing production metrics to align with market needs in Supply & Demand Planning, managing product transportation through Logistics, and contributing to Direct Store Delivery to ensure shelves are stocked. You will be responsible for purchasing packaging, ingredients, and operating supplies in accordance with established policies, while optimizing price, delivery, and terms to support operational efficiency and compliance. WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Participate in Strategic Planning: Regularly attend Marketing meetings and provide input on business strategy. Make Informed Business Decisions: Demonstrate the ability to make sound decisions that ensure operations are not adversely affected. Manage Product Line Needs: Oversee the day-to-day requirements of a product line used across multiple facilities. Control Redundant and Obsolete Materials: Monitor and follow up on excess and outdated materials to maintain inventory efficiency. Support Sourcing Activities: As a member of the sourcing group, validate necessary information, implement new suppliers, lead sourcing events, and serve as a liaison between facilities and suppliers, including managing claims. Serve as SAP Gatekeeper: Act as the SAP Gatekeeper for Ingredients and Packaging, and provide facility support for SAP, DSP (Data Stewardship Platform), MRP (Material Requirement Planning), and Packaging inquiries. Maintain Product Playbooks: Manage and build Playbooks to reflect items purchased for the Lunch Maker product line. Collaborate on Product Development: Attend cross-functional meetings to assist Marketing and R&D in the development and implementation of new products or product changes. Facilitate Communication: Lead weekly calls, publish meeting recaps, and follow up on action items as needed. Analyze Inventory Performance: Prepare and analyze monthly inventory turn reports to support continuous improvement at plant locations. Manage Packaging Projects: Lead and coordinate projects related to all components of packaging and associated services. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Communication Skills: Capable of communicating and expressing ideas clearly and concisely, in both written and verbal formats. Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) or MRP (Material Requirement Planning) systems, and general business software. Organizational Skills: Strong planning, organization, and execution abilities. Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated strength in negotiating with suppliers and stakeholders. Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%. Team Collaboration: Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Workplace Culture: Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and contributing to a positive work environment. OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT: C.P.M., A.P.P. or APICS certification preferred. Relocation Package Available No EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. 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