Corporate Buyer

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

2d•$55,000 - $82,500

About The Position

The Corporate Buyer facilitates the distribution of Smithfield products to customers and consumers and supports supply chain functions, including Supply & Demand Planning, Logistics, and Direct Store Delivery. The role purchases packaging, ingredients, and operating supplies in accordance with established policies, optimizing price, delivery, and terms to support operational efficiency and compliance. The position oversees product-line needs across multiple facilities, supports sourcing and supplier relationships, serves as the SAP Gatekeeper for Ingredients and Packaging, and works with Marketing, R&D, and other functions on product development and packaging projects. It also supports inventory efficiency and continuous improvement through monitoring obsolete materials and analyzing monthly inventory turn reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to communicate and express ideas clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems and general business software.
Strong planning, organization, and execution abilities.
Demonstrated strength in negotiating with suppliers and stakeholders.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented, build strong working relationships, and contribute to a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

C.P.M., A.P.P., or APICS certification.

Responsibilities

Regularly attend Marketing meetings and provide input on business strategy.
Make sound business decisions that ensure operations are not adversely affected.
Oversee day-to-day requirements for a product line used across multiple facilities.
Monitor and follow up on excess and outdated materials to maintain inventory efficiency.
Validate sourcing information, implement new suppliers, lead sourcing events, liaise between facilities and suppliers, and manage claims.
Act as the SAP Gatekeeper for Ingredients and Packaging and provide facility support for SAP, DSP, MRP, and packaging inquiries.
Manage and build Playbooks reflecting items purchased for the Lunch Maker product line.
Attend cross-functional meetings to assist Marketing and R&D with developing and implementing new products or product changes.
Lead weekly calls, publish meeting recaps, and follow up on action items as needed.
Prepare and analyze monthly inventory turn reports to support continuous improvement at plant locations.
Lead and coordinate projects related to packaging components and associated services.