Production Buyer Planner

Albertsons•Bellevue, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bellevue Beverage Plant is hiring an onsite Production Buyer Planner based in Bellevue, Washington. This is a nonunion, hourly position. The role supports production by purchasing materials and supplies, planning production schedules, managing inventory and supplier relationships, and ensuring purchasing and financial reporting comply with company policies, including SOX requirements.

Requirements

Previous experience in procurement, production planning, or supply chain management; beverage or food industry experience is preferred.
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory management software.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of SOX compliance and adherence to company purchasing policies.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
Experience in the beverage or food industry.

Responsibilities

Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, packaging, and supplies to support production.
Develop and manage supplier relationships to secure favorable pricing, quality, and delivery schedules.
Plan and maintain production schedules based on sales forecasts and inventory levels.
Monitor inventory levels and adjust them to avoid overstocking or shortages.
Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams on material needs and delivery timelines.
Analyze data and prepare reports on purchasing, production, and inventory metrics.
Manage supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, or pricing issues.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement and production planning processes.
Ensure compliance with company policies, including SOX requirements, for purchasing and financial reporting.