Procurement and Scheduling Coordinator

Nuevo Garcia Foods•San Antonio, TX

66d•Onsite

About The Position

At Nuevo Garcia Foods, we approach every day with a focus on preserving our legacy originally created by the Garcia family over 60 years ago, while uncovering new ways to win and drive sustainable, profitable growth as we establish the future of our company. We are committed to adding value in the marketplace through strategic and focused growth that leverages our core competencies, portfolio of products, and leadership experience. If you are looking for a great place to work, we are hiring a Procurement and Scheduling Coordinator to join our family. The Role We are seeking a Procurement and Scheduling Coordinator to oversee both procurement and production scheduling management. This role is critical to maintaining efficient supply chain operations, ensuring that production meets demand minimizing waste. The ideal candidate will have some experience in food manufacturing, inventory control, and JIT scheduling.

Requirements

Understand JIT production
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles for efficiency improvements
Regulatory Compliance: Familiar with FDA, USDA, and HACCP food safety requirements
Experience working with Mexican style food products or refrigerated/frozen food production
Ability to analyze data, forecast demand, and optimize scheduling and purchasing processes
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks and prioritize to meet deadlines
Ability to coordinate between departments, vendors, and customers.
Flexibility within a diverse organization
Leadership skills and ability to manage others
High School or GED equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum 3 to 5 years in production scheduling, inventory management, or supply chain operations in food manufacturing or distribution
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and memos in English: ability to carry out detailed written and verbal instructions
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficient ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Demonstrate ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sage 100 a plus
Bilingual in English & Spanish (a plus)

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for raw materials, ingredients, packaging components
Evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to obtain cost-effective, high-quality products
Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and adherence to quality and food safety standards
Maintain and optimize inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock
Collaborate with QA/QC to ensure all purchased items meet regulatory and company specifications
Familiar with perishables and shelf-life considerations in food production
Knowledge of import/export logistics for food ingredients
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for sourcing MRO and other items used by the plant in the course of business
Manage purchase orders, contracts, and documentation in ERP or MRP systems
Forecast demand in collaboration with sales, R&D, and production planning teams
Assist in the inventory controls process
Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules to align with customer orders, inventory levels, and JIT requirements
Coordinate with production and sales teams to adjust schedules based on demand fluctuations and raw material availability
Monitor production capacity and address bottlenecks to ensure timely order fulfillment
Work with quality assurance and food safety teams to ensure compliance with refrigeration and shelf life standards
Adjust schedules based on raw material availability, machine capacity, labor constraints, and customer orders
Minimize production downtime and changeovers through efficient scheduling practices
Ensure alignment of production plans with inventory targets, sales forecasts, and lead times
Communicate changes or delays effectively to internal stakeholders
Other duties as assigned