Packaging Purchasing Agent- Procurement- 1st Shift

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Supply Chain Procurement Manager
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status Exempt
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category: FullTime Regular
• Pay Range: $75000 $95000

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production serving as a grower packer processor and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield California we are a proud employer to 1600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915 we have been committed to growing and producing highquality carrots and today we are one of North Americas largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence Bolthouse Fresh products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1600 employees.

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Packaging Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing negotiating and procuring packaging materials for a company. The primary goal is to ensure costeffective purchasing while maintaining quality and meeting production deadlines. The ideal candidate is resourceful decisive and capable of driving results by asking the right questions and taking the initiative.

JOB DUTIES:

• Identify evaluate and negotiate with packaging suppliers to obtain the best pricing quality and delivery terms.
• Source material based on historical usage data and crossfunctional input.
• Place purchase orders for packaging materials such as boxes film labels shrink wraps and other necessary components for various machines throughout the operations.
• Make highimpact decisions regarding material availability expediting shipments when necessary to meet production deadlines.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to support the launch of new products by ensuring timely procurement and material readiness.
• Work closely with production sales marketing and demand planning to anticipate material needs and prevent shortages.
• Use historical purchasing patterns and business insights to guide procurement strategies and minimize waste.
• Identify opportunities to enhance procurement efficiency cost savings and overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Take full responsibility for purchasing decisions proactively addressing challenges by seeking out information and driving solutions.
• Oversee the coordination and movement of packaging materials across multiple plants throughout the United States.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure packaging materials meet company and regulatory standards
• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while exploring new sourcing opportunities.
• Evaluates and reviews bid proposals and purchase orders.
• Specifications and inquiry preparation purchasing expediting bid analysis and invoice auditing
• Standard purchasing forms including bid requests material requisitions purchase orders logs reports trending
• Issuing purchase order contracts and change orders
• Cost control change control and scheduling
• Able to communicate with vendors technical resources and key company personnel
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform the functions of the job
• May lead and direct the work of others
• Organizes logistics schedule to meet production demand
• Arranges disposition of defective material
• Maintains records of procurement activities and product inventories
• Keep accurate records of purchases pricing agreements and supplier performance
• Work with internal teams such as production marketing and logistics to ensure packaging aligns with product and branding requirements
• Studies market conditions that may impact supply and price
• Reviews and validates requisitions receipts and POs
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in procurement purchasing or supply chain particularly in packaging.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems
• Understanding of packaging materials sustainability practices and vendor management
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to analyze market trends with historical data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
• High level of systems knowledge
• Wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• Ability to work in a scheduledriven environment
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• High degree of professional integrity ethics and confidentiality
• Able to thrive in a facepaced dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proven ability to work independently and make highstakes data driven decisions with minimal guidance.

Minimum Qualifications:

1st Shift 8:00 PM to 5:00 PM; Overtime Weekends and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and wellbeing of both our eligible coworkers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group ShortTerm Disability
• Group LongTerm Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability status protected veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: for additional support or guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.