Buyer - On-Site 2 days/week - F&B Manufacturing

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Boardman, OH

28d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lassonde Pappas & Co. (formerly known as Summer Gardens here in Ohio), is a US Leader in beverage and food manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we’ve been producing delicious products for our customers across the country! To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforces. If you’re passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us! We value each of our employees’ total wellbeing. To support employees in all stages of their wellness journey, we have a robust benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, growth and development potential, along with 401-K, Life & Disability Insurance, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Fairs, Gym Membership Discounts, and so much more!

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree preferred
6 months - 2 years’ experience
Strong analytical skills
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Highly motivated; results oriented; able to learn quickly
Asks questions; challenges assumptions
Attention to detail; organized
Strong Excel skills and computer savvy

Responsibilities

Manage the procurement of assigned packaging materials, ingredients, equipment, parts, and indirect spend categories to support manufacturing operations.
Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders while ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and delivery of materials.
Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements to ensure continuity of supply while maintaining appropriate inventory balances.
Track and expedite open purchase orders, proactively resolving supplier delays, shortages, and other supply chain issues.
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers.
Lead sourcing, supplier selection, quotation, and negotiation activities to achieve competitive pricing, service levels, and quality standards.
Partner with Production, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and other stakeholders to support business needs, new projects, and changing demand requirements.
Procure equipment, maintenance parts, PPE, uniforms, office supplies, and other indirect materials as required.
Review purchasing, receiving, and invoice documentation to ensure accuracy and support timely payment processing.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, inventory optimization, supplier performance improvement, and process efficiencies.