Purchasing Supervisor

Purchasing SupervisorSalary Range $26.50 - $31.50 Hourly Level Experienced Job Shift Day Education Level 2 Year Degree Travel Percentage None Category Supply ChainDescriptionAs Purchasing Supervisor on our team, you will execute procurement activities at the direction of the Purchasing Director. This position will source new supplies, ensure purchased products and materials meet specific technical specifications, negotiate purchase terms, and evaluate supplier performance. The Purchasing Supervisor will also be responsible for ensuring timely deliveries and resolving any supply issue or discrepancies.Employment Type: Full TimeLocation: Fullerton, CaliforniaResponsibilitiesManage order fulfillment by coordinating with vendors and internal departments to ensure all food items are delivered on time to keep the production on schedule.Track purchase activities to avoid out of stock issue, and source substitute items if certain items run out of stock.Contact vendors when quality issue occurs.Process new material request from R&D team.Update price for perishable material category by week/month. Report price fluctuation and calculate impact.Analyzing industry and demand trends and supporting senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.Routinely make sure we have the most competitive price and meet our requirements for our inventory food items (quality, good service, and lead time).Collaborate with marketing, quality control, warehouse, and other staffComplying with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.Experience & Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree preferredThree (3) years of progressive experience in a purchasing and/or procurement capacityExperience in food industry purchasing, especially in bakery field, preferredSpoken and written Spanish preferredOther Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of purchasing and procurement principlesWorking knowledge of ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred)Good at math and statisticsStrong organizational and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication abilitiesWorking knowledge of Microsoft ExcelAttention to detail and ability to multitask and manage complex projects with time critical deadlinesUnderstanding of process management, process improvement, and data driving environmentBenefitsMedical, dental, vision and accident insurance, as well as company paid life and AD&D insurance.401K program with a generous matching and no vesting schedule.Sick leave and vacation.Employee discount.