Sourcing & Commercialization Specialist

Purchasing And Inventory Specialist

The Purchasing And Inventory Specialist is responsible for all purchasing and inventory functions at Great Northern Baking Company. We are looking for an individual who is committed to controlling costs and ensuring the accuracy of all information related to purchasing and inventory. The Inventory Specialist will report to the Production Manager.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures inventory and cost of raw materials are accurate in FlexiBake -- responsible for entire purchasing and inventory process
• Creates purchase orders, receives, and verifies costs within FlexiBake
• Troubleshoots inventory issues and communicates with production any relevant issues
• Inventory on hand not to exceed 10 days except for special order items.
• No ingredient shortages without determining there is no suitable back-up.
• Receiving accuracy, such as all invoices received and entered within two weeks.
• Cost control -- weekly communication on price variances more than 3%.
• Monitors fluctuations in product cost and acts and communicates accordingly
• Works with vendors to always ensure best possible pricing
• Conducts weekly inventory of all raw materials
• Sourcing and securing truckloads of raw materials when appropriate
• Works on production scheduling with the Production Manager
• Continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Who We Are:

For almost 30 years, Great Northern Baking Company has been a small, made-from-scratch bakery in NE Minneapolis. We take great pride in providing the best value in wholesale and retail packaged baked goods while delivering great quality whole grain products. All of our products are tested by our in-house research and development team, led by nationally recognized Pastry Chef Michelle Gayer, as well as shared with groups around the community to get real, honest feedback. We test recipes, source the highest quality ingredients, measure consistency in our baking process and have high standards for food safety. Ultimately, we can take care of our customers.

We Are Proud To Offer Competitive Benefits Including:

• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
• Health and dental insurance
• Work-Life balance
• Safety practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
• Employee training and development
• Opportunities for advancement
• Culture of inclusion and belonging

Required Skills:

• 5 years minimum of purchasing and inventory experience in food or a perishable commodity
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to focus on multiple issues simultaneously
• Ability to work and make decisions independently
• Strong technical computer skills
• Strong leadership, organization, customer service, and communication skills
• Ability to pass a criminal background check