Associate Buyer

Sargento Foods Inc • Plymouth, WI

35d

About The Position

You will provide tactical support in the purchasing and distribution of raw
materials, goods, and services for all Sargento manufacturing facilities. In
accordance with established policies, controls, practices, and purchasing
techniques, you will act as an agent for the company to procure materials,
components, and supplies at the most favorable costs and terms consistent with
standards of quality and manufacturing schedules. You will also purchase in
accordance with production/finished product requirements and maintain sufficient
inventory of materials from outside vendors to ensure all requirements are met.

At Sargento, you work for a company you believe in, with a family of people who
believe in you.  Our culture stems from a simple premise: Hire good people and
treat them like family.  At Sargento, you can make decisions based on how they
affect people as well as the long-term health of our company.  You will be
encouraged to make a meaningful difference in the community, in the company and
in your career.  With diverse experiences and tools to learn and develop, you
can transform your aspirations into reality.  If you’re ready for the right
place to belong and grow your career, you can find it here.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Supply Chain or related business or technical field required. Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred.
• Zero to two years of relevant experience in Procurement, Logistics, or other related Supply Chain role required.
• Strong computer skills are necessary, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Due to extensive communication with suppliers and internal customers; good interpersonal, problem solving, and reasoning skills are required.

Nice To Haves

• SAP skills are helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Originate purchase orders and/or delivery schedules based on current or forecasted material demand
• Expedite outstanding purchase orders in accordance with production requirements and communicate with suppliers and/or internal partners
• Communicate any changes in expected delivery date, quantity, or location to Supply Partners in a timely manner
• Support sourcing events to drive cost savings, as directed by supervisor
• Expedite procurement of samples as communicated through sample request process
• Obtain supplier documentation and pricing for samples and new raw materials
• Maintain related documentation in PLM system
• Assist in the development, on-boarding, and maintenance of vendors and materials to maximize the value of the relationship and to effect appropriate vendor involvement, improvement, and control
• Assist in evaluating and measuring vendors against defined expectations and provide appropriate feedback to vendors
• Provide sourcing support and cost optimization opportunities while working with Regulatory/Legal, Food Safety, R&D and Supply Quality to ensure suppliers and materials, services and goods meet the established quality standards
• Participate, plan, and organize supplier visits and extended trips by coordinating schedules between Sargento employees and suppliers
• With the cooperation of Supply Quality, R&D, and Operations, follow up with suppliers in addressing material quality issues and implementing corrective action through the Quality Management System
• Represent Procurement at a variety of internal meetings. Follow up with appropriate Procurement team members with updates and action items as needed
• Provide guidance for disposal of surplus and defective materials, along with those managed via the discontinuation process
• Utilize strong computer skills to assemble, compile, and analyze data. Create spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations as directed

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical including Fertility, Adoption benefits, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Remote ½ day Fridays
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center
• Employer 401K contribution in the top 1% of the nation
• Tuition Assistance
• Access to Employee Store

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees