Procurement Coordinator

Stahlbush Island Farms•Corvallis, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

To communicate and assist with Procurement Director, Field Department, and outside growers/suppliers/drivers to deliver high quality raw materials to the Stahlbush processing plant. This role covers the documentation, planning, and coordination required to deliver materials in compliance with sustainable, organic, GAP, FSMA, SQF, DOT, and any other required 3rd party audit or process. This position has been identified as holding responsibility for food safety and quality of the company. This responsibility extends over all shifts.

Requirements

Passion to pursue a career in the agricultural, supply chain, or food production industry
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Ability and willingness to work independently and improve processes
Proficiency in procurement processes, vendor negotiations, and contract management
Basic understanding of farming practices and the nature of the industry
Willingness to learn current market pricing, food safety, and agriculture certifications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Agriculture, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Proactively resolve any issues related to raw product quality or delivery in a thorough and timely manner.
Conduct internal audits of documentation to ensure compliance with third-party certification standards.
Complete weight sheets for received products, ensuring all data aligns with traceability standards and providing accurate reports to Accounts Payable.
Work with Procurement team to create and negotiate contracts with outside suppliers and growers to secure raw materials.
Become an expert in our internal Transportation Management System (LOADS) to assist in transportation responsibilities, including creating, editing, and checking in shipments.
Request freight quotes and issue Purchase Orders (POs) for inbound raw materials using the SIFI LOADS program and schedule shipments with vendors.
Coordinate outside contract drivers and brokers to facilitate harvested crops for delivery to the processing plant.
Assist the Field Department in pulling crop, soil, and moisture samples from the field.
Assist in the maintenance and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and specifications for raw products.
Assist in DMV and DOT related tasks, including vehicle registrations, insurance cards, and overweight/over-width permits.
Support and optimize Stahlbush sustainability initiatives to align with company mission statement.