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Keurig Dr Pepper

Raw Material Buyer

Keurig Dr Pepper, Burlington, Massachusetts, us, 01805


As a Centralized Raw Material Buyer, you will play a crucial role in our Coffee Business Unit by managing the procurement process for a specific category (or categories) of raw materials for our coffee network. You will be responsible for generating purchase orders (POs), ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials to meet production needs, and maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers. Your role is essential to maintaining smooth operations and optimizing the supply chain within our coffee business unit.Key Responsibilities:PO Generation:

Create and manage purchase orders for designated raw material categories, ensuring alignment with production requirements and inventory levels.Supplier Coordination:

Collaborate with suppliers to reduce service risk, confirm order details, and address any issues related to raw material purchasing.Inventory Management:

Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained and adjust orders based on demand forecasts and production schedules.Cost Control:

Work with Material Planners to understand forecast and purchase materials accordingly to reduce excess working capital.Quality Assurance:

Ensure that purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications set by the company.Problem Resolution:

Address and resolve any issues related to purchasing, such as delivery delays, quality concerns, or discrepancies in orders.Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with other departments, including production, planning, and sourcing, to ensure alignment and support overall business objectives.Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values.Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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