Food Ingredient Buyer
Food Ingredient Buyer
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Job Description
Food Ingredient Buyer
Location: Boston Massachusetts
Compensation: $85000 - $95000/year 13% Bonus Full Benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Hire
Opportunity Overview
HireNow Staffing is seeking a Food Ingredient Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team within a leading food manufacturing environment in Boston MA. This position is ideal for someone who combines sharp negotiation skills supply chain expertise and a passion for food production.
The Food Ingredient Buyer will manage sourcing strategies for key raw materials ensuring a balance of quality cost and supply reliability. This role requires a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment can build strong supplier partnerships and understands how ingredient procurement directly impacts production and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop execute and manage sourcing strategies for food ingredients and raw materials
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Negotiate pricing contracts and terms with vendors to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards
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Build and maintain strong supplier relationships monitoring performance and ensuring compliance with specifications and certifications
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Collaborate with R&D production and quality teams to align ingredient sourcing with product innovation and operational needs
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Monitor commodity markets and identify risks or opportunities in ingredient pricing and availability
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Ensure uninterrupted supply by forecasting demand managing inventory levels and developing contingency plans
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Support sustainability and traceability initiatives within the supply chain
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Maintain accurate purchasing records contracts and reports in ERP and procurement systems
Candidate Requirements
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Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Food Science or a related field
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3 years of purchasing or procurement experience preferably within food or CPG industries
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Strong understanding of food ingredients suppliers and commodity trends
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Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple suppliers/contracts simultaneously
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
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Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
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Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Compensation & Benefits
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Base salary $85000 - $95000 annually
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Performance bonus 13% target bonus
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Comprehensive benefits package (medical dental vision retirement PTO)
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Professional development and career advancement opportunities
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Collaborative and innovative team culture within a stable organization
Why This Role
This position offers more than procurement workits a chance to play a key role in the success of a major food production operation. The Food Ingredient Buyer will not only secure the best possible supply chain solutions but also contribute directly to product quality cost management and innovation. For professionals passionate about food and supply chain this is an opportunity to make a real impact.
Opportunity Overview
HireNow Staffing is seeking a Food Ingredient Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team within a leading food manufacturing environment in Boston MA.
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Food Science or a related field
- 3 years of purchasing or procurement experience preferably within food or CPG industries
- Strong understanding of food ingredients suppliers and commodity trends
- Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple suppliers/contracts simultaneously
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Employment Type
Full Time
