Senior Purchaser - Food / Beverage

Purveyor of 40+ premium, all-natural sweet and savory flavors, purees, concentrates, and blends, sold through distributors to foodservice, hospitality, manufacturers, and consumers.Responsibilities:Oversee all aspects of the procurement operations, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.Source and qualify suppliers, negotiating and managing contracts.Evaluate supplier performance and implement corrective actions.Manage inventory levels.Develop and implement procurement strategies, enforce procurement policies and procedures.Analyze market trends and pricing data to identify cost-saving opportunities.Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and track outstanding purchase orders and inbound material orders to ensure materials arrive on schedule.Maintain procurement records, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, inventories, and lot tracking.Prepare cost analysis of quotes to current cost of goods.Qualifications:BA/BS.2+ years of experience as a Purchasing Specialist within the food & beverage industry.Strong understanding of the Food & Beverage industry and procurement practices, regulations, supply chain procedures, and inventory policies.Skills: Analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, ability to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions.Ability to handle multiple projects, deadlines, and a fast-paced, changing environment.Proficiency in MS Office software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Proficient in using procurement software and tools; Navision is a plus.50% international and regional travel to supplier site visits and to confirm QA document requirements.Must be vaccinated for Covid in 2020.Work Environment:

100% in-office position.Compensation and Benefits:Base Salary: $85K, 100% company paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, EAP program, 401K, profit sharing approximately 12% annually, 11 paid holidays, and vacation.*Company conducts a background check, functionality test, and drug screen upon hiring.

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