Purchasing Manager
Procurement & Supply Chain/Supply Chain & Logistics
LHH
$80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per Year
Salem, OregonDirect Hire
Supply Chain & Logistics
Procurement & Supply Chain
Position: Purchasing Manager
Location: Salem, Oregon
Schedule: Monday - Friday, negotiable 8-hour schedule (hybrid work arrangement available)
Job Overview: As the Purchasing Manager, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the demand management, purchasing, and supplier coordination processes for food grade commodities. Your responsibilities will include developing and nurturing global supplier relationships, managing supplier selection and qualification, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring cost control and risk mitigation strategies are in place.
Key Responsibilities:
- Issue purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Onboard new suppliers and conduct supplier qualification processes.
- Collaborate cross-departmentally to coordinate sourcing activities.
- Maintain thorough market knowledge to inform purchasing decisions.
- Utilize supply chain analytics for demand forecasting and network optimization.
- Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics.
- Resolve supplier issues and manage supplier contracts effectively.
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed for trade shows and supplier visits.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, production engineering, or related field; or equivalent professional experience (minimum 3 years) in a supply-chain related role.
- Experience in purchasing within the Food and Beverage industry is required.
- Proficiency in supply chain analytics and tools such as demand forecasting, network flow modeling, and optimization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on practical solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel - including pivot tables, charts, and solver).
- Ability to adapt to new software and systems quickly.
- Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and capable of self-direction.
- Demonstrates a commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company passionate about healthy living and sustainability.
- Recognized for superior performance with rewards and recognition programs.
- Collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork and accountability.
- Make a positive impact on people's lives through quality, natural products.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and generous paid time off.
- Embrace a company culture that values its employees as family members.
If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for supply chain management in the Food and Beverage industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a difference in the world of natural and sustainable products. Apply today!
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties may be added, deleted, or modified as needed.
Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Deborah Melton
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.
Ref US_EN_27_814410_3047526
Purchasing Manager
Procurement & Supply Chain/Supply Chain & Logistics
LHH
$80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per Year
Salem, OregonDirect Hire
Supply Chain & Logistics
Procurement & Supply Chain
Position: Purchasing Manager
Location: Salem, Oregon
Schedule: Monday - Friday, negotiable 8-hour schedule (hybrid work arrangement available)
Job Overview: As the Purchasing Manager, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the demand management, purchasing, and supplier coordination processes for food grade commodities. Your responsibilities will include developing and nurturing global supplier relationships, managing supplier selection and qualification, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring cost control and risk mitigation strategies are in place.
Key Responsibilities:
- Issue purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Onboard new suppliers and conduct supplier qualification processes.
- Collaborate cross-departmentally to coordinate sourcing activities.
- Maintain thorough market knowledge to inform purchasing decisions.
- Utilize supply chain analytics for demand forecasting and network optimization.
- Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics.
- Resolve supplier issues and manage supplier contracts effectively.
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed for trade shows and supplier visits.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, production engineering, or related field; or equivalent professional experience (minimum 3 years) in a supply-chain related role.
- Experience in purchasing within the Food and Beverage industry is required.
- Proficiency in supply chain analytics and tools such as demand forecasting, network flow modeling, and optimization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on practical solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel - including pivot tables, charts, and solver).
- Ability to adapt to new software and systems quickly.
- Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and capable of self-direction.
- Demonstrates a commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company passionate about healthy living and sustainability.
- Recognized for superior performance with rewards and recognition programs.
- Collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork and accountability.
- Make a positive impact on people's lives through quality, natural products.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and generous paid time off.
- Embrace a company culture that values its employees as family members.
If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for supply chain management in the Food and Beverage industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a difference in the world of natural and sustainable products. Apply today!
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties may be added, deleted, or modified as needed.
Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Deborah Melton
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.
Ref US_EN_27_814410_3047526
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