Buyer

POSITION SUMMARYAs 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 assignedRequirementsMINIMUM 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 orderingKNOWLEDGE, 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 conceptsENVIRONMENTAL/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.BenefitsHealth 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 DisabilityTraining & Development#HP