Buyer III
PON Foods PON Foods Ponchatoula, LA Ponchatoula, LA Full-time Full-time $70,000 - $80,000 a year $70,000 - $80,000 a year Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States.
We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service.
We know that it is our employees who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day! POSITION Overview:
The Buyer III must be located in Ponchatoula, LA, under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, plays a critical role in managing the procurement process and building relationships with suppliers.
They should possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, and a strong attention to detail.
PRINCIPLE
Responsibilities:
Lead the procurement team in sourcing, evaluating, and selecting vendors and suppliers based on price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors and suppliers.
Research, evaluate, and select vendors and suppliers based on price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support.
Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to meet company needs.
Collaborate with internal teams such as production, sales, and logistics to determine purchasing needs and requirements.
Monitor and maintain inventory levels to avoid stockouts and overstocking.
Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing processes.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and delivery dates.
Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, will provide leadership and guidance to the procurement team, including assigning tasks, and setting goals.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing software systems.
Knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures.
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Leadership skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
EDUCATION/EXPIERENCE:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field 5
years of experience in a procurement or purchasing role, with at least 2 years in a Senior Buyer or Procurement management position.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Professional office environment.
Primary office environment is ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed.
May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day.
Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday.
Proper lifting techniques are required.
May include lifting up to 25 pounds on occasion.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service.
We know that it is our employees who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day! POSITION Overview:
The Buyer III must be located in Ponchatoula, LA, under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, plays a critical role in managing the procurement process and building relationships with suppliers.
They should possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, and a strong attention to detail.
PRINCIPLE
Responsibilities:
Lead the procurement team in sourcing, evaluating, and selecting vendors and suppliers based on price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors and suppliers.
Research, evaluate, and select vendors and suppliers based on price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support.
Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to meet company needs.
Collaborate with internal teams such as production, sales, and logistics to determine purchasing needs and requirements.
Monitor and maintain inventory levels to avoid stockouts and overstocking.
Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing processes.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and delivery dates.
Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, will provide leadership and guidance to the procurement team, including assigning tasks, and setting goals.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing software systems.
Knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures.
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Leadership skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
EDUCATION/EXPIERENCE:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field 5
years of experience in a procurement or purchasing role, with at least 2 years in a Senior Buyer or Procurement management position.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Professional office environment.
Primary office environment is ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed.
May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day.
Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday.
Proper lifting techniques are required.
May include lifting up to 25 pounds on occasion.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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