Purchasing Manager

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Purchasing Manager

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Purchasing Manager. This is a great opportunity for a reputable company in the Sacramento area. In this role you will oversee the strategic sourcing, purchasing, and inventory control of all food and non-food materials required to produce our high-quality products. The ideal candidate will work proactively with management to ensure adequate stock levels, implement cost-saving measures, and manage strategic sourcing initiatives. The Purchasing Manager will report directly to the Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Inventory Control:

• Manage the sourcing and purchasing of all materials necessary to produce our products.
• Maintain inventory control to ensure optimal stock levels and prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Work proactively with management to plan and implement cost-saving strategies.

Supplier & Logistics Management:

• Provide oversight of in-bound logistics and supplier quality management programs.
• Work with warehouse on inventory management, cycle counts, adjustments, and year-end inventory.
• Establish and maintain advantageous relationships with suppliers to secure the best quality and cost for the company.

Product Specifications & Compliance:

• Evaluate and report on supplier quality, service, and delivery performance.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement needs are met to support daily business operations.
• Ensure compliance with all Plant, State and Federal, FDA, HACCP, and BRC regulations regarding food safety.

Market Analysis & Product Development:

• Analyze the market to identify and pursue new product development opportunities with private label and national brand sources.
• Assess supplier capabilities to meet the company s strategic goals.
• Negotiate and contract products/services at the best possible price while maintaining required quality standards.

Pricing & Contract Negotiation:

• Accurately secure and present complete price quotes for all departments as needed.
• Maintain the most current price lists for all vendors.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts and vendor agreements, ensuring legal correctness and acceptability of items to specifications.
• Negotiate allowances, discounts, rebates, and term discounts from vendors.

Interdepartmental Communication:

• Communicate effectively with Sales/Account Management teams regarding pricing, product quality options, and availability of appropriate substitutions.
• Ensure operational and customer requirements are met through effective interdepartmental communication.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or similar role in the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and sound business judgement.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, including FDA, HACCP, and BRC.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to handle materials and perform physical tasks such as reaching overhead, kneeling, or stooping as necessary.

 Express Employment Professionals - Northwest Sacramento

 07/11/2024

 Sacramento,CA