Procurement Coordinator I - Temporary

Foster Farms•Livingston, CA

About The Position

The Procurement Coordinator I provides direct support for procurement and the supply of indirect materials across multiple operations and food-processing facilities. The role supports daily purchasing activities, supplier qualifications, purchasing transitions, and cost-reduction opportunities. It also involves researching and analyzing data, tracking department metrics, maintaining records, and helping internal customers understand procurement policies and procedures. The expected assignment duration is 5–8 months.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and a strong understanding of the SAP resource platform.
Strong ability to use and create Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, including formulas, to manage detailed information.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Initiative, sound analytical skills, and the ability to organize work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to handle and safeguard confidential information.
Desire to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of business school or college.
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
One to three years of purchasing experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support daily purchasing of a mix of indirect materials.
Manage purchase requisitions, create and issue purchase orders, confirm orders, support invoice resolution, and maintain department records and documentation.
Help ensure on-time delivery and adapt to changing schedule requirements.
Support new supplier qualifications and transitions involving new or modified goods and services.
Initiate, develop, and issue requests for proposals and quotes for purchases under an Agent's or Manager's direction.
Conduct research and data analysis, including frequent use of Excel and SAP.
Gather data and track department metrics, including corrective actions, inventory use, and cost savings.
Explain policies and procedures to internal customers verbally and in writing, and support compliance with internal controls.
Support cost-reduction opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.