Procurement Specialist

POSITION: Procurement Specialist REPORTS TO: Supply Chain Manager We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our Supply Chain team!

Our Supply Chain Specialist will be sourcing and purchasing ingredients for our delicious, plant-powerful products.

OPPORTUNITIES In this role, you will get a chance to share best practices and implement process improvements!

You will have experience in the manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of supply chain management.

You will have the opportunity to work with a fantastic team of people who are very collaborative, supportive, and enjoy a fair bit of fun at work.

HERE IS WHO YOU ARE… DRIVE & MOTIVATION You are health-conscious and have values that align with One Degree You want to join a progressive family-owned company on a mission to build healthier communities.

You enjoy performing tasks that require a lot of organization, accuracy, and follow-up.

You are looking to build your career in Procurement/Supply Chain field CHARACTER & ABILITIES You have the ability to influence and manage change in a high paced environment.

You have strong initiative and proven leadership abilities to manage through change confidently.

You are a great communicator who can easily get along and work with different personalities.

You have strong organizational and project management skills, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional multitasking skills.

You are professional and solutions oriented.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS You have experience with lean manufacturing practices.

You have strong negotiation skills with proven track record of cost savings.

You have intermediate Excel skills.

You have strong computer skills (Great Plains, Word, Outlook, etc.) EXPERIENCE You have proven experience in a high-stress fast-paced environment, preferably in the food industry.

You have 3 -5+ years of sourcing and purchasing experience in a manufacturing facility.

NICE-TO-HAVE You have experience purchasing packaging and food ingredients.

You have knowledge of international trade and experience working with customs broker.

• You have post-secondary education in supply chain management.

THINGS YOU WILL DO… Champion procurement activities in a busy food production environment.

Maintain optimal inventory levels, manage material requirements and associated logistics.

Source food ingredients and packaging ensuring items purchased follow established policies and procedures.

Troubleshoot with internal and external stakeholders on resolving issues such as pricing, delays, deliveries, quality and inventory.

Negotiate and track contracts with suppliers providing analytical data and reports to support.

May on occasion work at various times including weekends, as the job requires.

Ability to travel as needed to visit suppliers and attend industry events Salary - $62,000 - $75,000 Powered by JazzHR