Director of Purchasing
Director of Purchasing
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$ 120000 - 150000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
About the Role
The Director of Purchasing leads the procurement and supply chain strategy across two facilities managing a team of three buyers. This role focuses on optimizing purchasing processes supplier relationships cost management and inventory control to support business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Oversee purchasing production planning and inventory management.
- Lead and develop a team of three buyers.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for purchasing operations.
- Ensure longterm capacity and supply planning aligns with business needs.
- Review and improve supply chain processes to enhance efficiency and cost savings.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate sourcing agreements.
- Conduct market analysis to optimize ingredient and packaging procurement.
- Oversee inventory planning and minimize outofstock situations.
- Work with IT to optimize data use for forecasting and purchasing.
- Provide financial analysis and reporting on purchasing performance.
Qualifications
- 10 years of purchasing experience including team leadership.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience (APICS certification preferred).
- Experience in food manufacturing purchasing required.
- Strong negotiation analytical and communication skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain planning.
Desired Qualifications
- Masters degree in Supply Chain Business or related field.
- Experience with international sourcing and supplier management.
- Knowledge of organic and nonGMO ingredient sourcing.
- Experience with costsaving and risk mitigation strategies.
- Bonus
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Employment Type
Full Time
