MRO Buyer

Who We Are:

ACH Food Companies, Inc. (ACH) is a prominent consumer packaged goods company. In North America, we market, sell, and manufacture a premier branded portfolio of cooking oils and baking ingredients and foodservice brands in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. As the U.S. division of Associated British Foods (ABF), a $20 billion-dollar global food business, we have the backing and resources of a major food company, which empowers us to deliver consistent innovation and sustained growth. We encourage an environment where people have the autonomy to create and deliver within their business.


The Role:

Provide the site with the necessary items to operate daily; including orders for min/max stores related items, service providers, outside contractors, emergency purchases, and routine administrative while coordinating inventories to minimize investment, obsolescence and other costs.

What You'll Do:

• Procure all non-inventory items, MRO supplies, Capital Equipment, Maintenance and Service Contracts, Bulk Gases, Chemicals, and all outsourcing agreements.
• Provide sources of supplies for employees to aid in determining their needs
• Review inventory levels, adjust safety stocks and adjust min./max. levels to maintain adequate levels of supplies and materials.
• Issue requests for bids/quotations to ensure competitive quoting process is adhered to
• Evaluate competitive offerings and determine overall best offer for a product or service
• Implement and maintain standardization programs
• Identify and or select potential sources of supply
• Coordinate all returns and repairs
• Act as liaison between vendors and production for faulty supplies
• Determine disposition of faulty supplies
• Track costs associated with defective materials and charge back suppliers
• Conduct follow-up and expedite activities
• Help establish purchasing polices and procedures
• Ensure MSDS stays current for newly purchased items
• Secure and maintain Certificate of Insurance, Waiver of Liens, and Warranties
• Coordinate local/town pick-ups
• Monitor vendor performance
• Resolve invoice discrepancies involving price, quantity, or service
• Maintain relationships with Corporate Personnel by providing information as requested
• Participate in storeroom cycle counting process
• Spot check inventory for proper storage and general condition
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Controller

What You'll Need:

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, Responds well to questions, Participates in meetings.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget, Contributes to profits and revenue, Develops cost saving measures
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner, Reacts well under pressure, Follows through on commitments
• Initiative - Volunteers readily, Seeks increased responsibilities, Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions, Displays orientation to profitability, Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Word, Excel, Access, SAP, Heiler experience is a plus
• Flexibility - must be able to manage many things at once and prioritize work. Must be able to handle the many interruptions that come in throughout the day
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to frequently sit and talk or hear. The employee will also occasionally stand, walk and use hands and fingers. There will be occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school or 1-2 years manufacturing buying experience in a plant environment is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive PPO Medical Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Free Vision Insurance
• 401K Matching Program
• Parental Leave
• Onsite Gym

Benefits:

Employees at ACH Food Companies, Inc. enjoy a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support you throughout your employment. ACH offers a choice of two PPO medical plans with low deductibles and dental coverage. Vision and Life Insurance are provided at no charge. Employees can elect additional life insurance as well as participate in a 401(k) with a company matching contribution.

"All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran."

ACH is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring a diverse, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace.