Feed Ingredient Material Group Planner

Butterball•Goldsboro, NC

39d

About The Position

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily. Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today! Job Summary Responsible for multi-plan contractual purchases and inventory control through establishing a corporate-wide vendor network and inventory control system, preparing cost spreadsheets, creating presentations, completing vendor review evaluations, and researching new external partners. Utilizes knowledge of Butterball systems to enable total visibility to all operational facilities from a single location. Uses forecasts to set up, monitor, and maintain multi-plan contractual purchase orders that facilitate individual locations release of plant packaging and ingredient needs. Sets up vendor qualification information to be fed into appropriate systems and ensures all regulatory and internal documentation is received prior to materials being received.

Requirements

Highschool diploma, GED, or equivalent
3+ years of experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role
Advanced knowledge of SAP computer systems
Manufacturing knowledge
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Power Point
Solid project management skills with the ability to effectively guide multiple processes through successful completion
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to foster relationships
Solid organization, coordination, negotiation, data accuracy, and facilitation skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business, Economics, or a related field

Responsibilities

Research and recommend new policies and/or procedures related to procurement based on new and innovative changes in the industry.
Maintains awareness of new products, vendors, technologies, and procedures developed within the industry to ensure the company remains competitive in all areas of material planning and purchasing.
Implements and trains designated location on procurement policies and procedures. Audits periodically to ensure compliance.
Researches and makes recommendations for strategic planning and goal setting such as cost savings, backorders, and training in procurement related to assigned location.
Reviews on hand stock, customer needs, vendor performance, production schedules and sales forecasts to identify material requirements to make informed decisions and adjust orders accordingly.
Monitors and maintains optimal inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
Develops and maintains vendor relationships including addressing performance concerns and ensuring both parties are set up for success. Responsible for ensuring all issues are resolved in a timely manner without disruption to product distribution.
Responsible for evaluating problems and finding and communicating resolutions organization-wide and with external vendors and customers.
Identifies, evaluates, and recommends new vendors or utilizes an existing resource for new products. Collaborates cross-functionally to validate vendors for specific products.
Directly negotiates pricing for finished goods and all ingredients, vendor agreements, and purchase orders.
Identifies material specifications based on project requirements.
Requests and reviews vendor documentation of materials prior to purchase.
Reviews all applicable project files and cost savings spreadsheets ensuring updates are documented and remain in compliance with all internal, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
Prepares spreadsheets and presentations utilized for forecasting, performance metrics, cost savings, bid preparation, month end reports, and ad hoc reports as needed.
Facilitates communication between facilities, relevant information is gathered and shared for organizational awareness, problem resolution, and any corrective actions needed.
Guides or participates in internal and external conference calls and meetings.
Updates costing monthly based on new raw material prices or any changes that have impacted finished goods costs. Communicates cost to facility and internal customers.
Maintains a thorough knowledge of all operational and food safety requirements.
Cross-trains to provide support in other areas of purchasing as needed.