Buyer, Robert Half

Buyer

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Benicia

Category:

Purchasing

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Responsible for procuring ingredients related to a manufacturing plant and its co-packers. This pivotal role demands collaboration with various departments including Marketing, R&D, Warehouse, and Production to understand both short- and long-term requirements. The Purchasing Buyer will closely engage with vendors to stay abreast of market changes impacting supply needs.

Job Responsibility:

Manage vendor relationships and negotiate pricing, including annual contracts
Develop policies and procedures for the procurement of goods and services
Monitor market conditions affecting material pricing and availability
Track inventory levels and lead times, identifying lead-time risks
Maintain a preferred supplier program in close cooperation with QA
Conduct monthly meetings to review potentially obsolete materials
Source back-up vendors to ensure continuous supply
Actively participate in quarterly physical inventory processes
Evaluate and monitor vendor performance
Undertake project work including updating product specifications

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or business-related field preferred
Five to ten years of purchasing experience in the food industry
Prior experience working with co-packers strongly encouraged
Passion for procurement
Strong analytical skills
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems

What we offer:

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 23, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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