Buyer

POSITION SUMMARY

As a team member of the Supply Chain department, the Buyer will be responsible for maintaining appropriate material inventories and consignment warehouse levels. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS -Prepare and perform weekly review of inventory reporting, ad hoc reporting and analysis, and special projects -Expedite and track the flow of material from shipment to production to ensure production needs are met -Manage, test, and qualify new supplies/suppliers to ensure a competitive supply base; Conduct supplier evaluations and manage supplier relationships -Collect technical specifications and food safety documentation -Assist with and review inventory costing with facility accounting staff -Partner with dry good storage staff and production teams on usage requirements and any material issues -Review and audit materials to ensure they meet standards before being sent to production -Other duties as assigned Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ▪Bachelor's degree in business or related field or combination of relevant education and experience ▪One (1) year of experience in inventory management supply ordering KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES ▪Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint ▪Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, and present a professional demeanor ▪Work independently and within a team environment ▪Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy ▪Ability to articulate ideas to both internal and external audiences both verbally and in writing ▪Ability to stay current with industry best practices and apply new concepts ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS ▪Office setting environment with exposure to noise, equipment, and machinery.

▪Able to sit for long periods of time. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ▪Frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. ▪Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery. ▪Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development #HP