PURCHASING SUPERVISOR

Company: JBS USA
Location: Lenoir
Posted on: September 12, 2023

Job Description:

Position: Purchasing supervisorResponsibilities: Responsible for placing purchase orders for new and existing production materials. Identify and develop qualified suppliers which meet company standards. Control the cost of purchased materials within budget and generate cost reduction action plans. Maintain and support company objectives for cost reduction, inventory turns and on-time delivery. Place purchase orders to meet production schedules, while maintaining good supplier relationships and maintaining cost control. Manage all aspects of the Purchasing Department. Includes direct reports in the label room, tray room and smock room. Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness Manage inventory levels and purchase as required. Make recommendations to management for cost saving strategies. Develop, maintain, and improve supplier relationships. Locate alternative suppliers, products and services. Provide purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data and trends. Daily checks of critical inventory. Qualifications: 2 Years of purchasing or sourcing in a manufacturing environment, preferably purchasing of multiple commodities. Strong negotiation skill with specified expertise in the procurement of raw material to finished products. Strong management of vendors. SAP experience. Must have good inter-personal skills, and the ability to multi task with working with minimal supervision. Excellent MS Office skills required with the emphasis on excel. This position offers a competitive salary and benefit package. EOE. Excellent communication skills. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel. Organized, confident and professional.EOE/Vet/Disabled

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