Strategic CPG Buyer & Supplier Partner

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials to support production, inventory, and customer demand. This role ensures product availability while balancing cost, quality, and service level objectives across AdvoCare and A93 operations. This role collaborates cross-functionally with internal stakeholders with Marketing, Quality, R&D, Accounting, Creative, Planning, Production, and supplier partners to support forecasting, new product introductions, and ongoing operations optimization. Job Summary and General Duties Source, negotiate, and procure raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to meet company requirements. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives. Evaluate supplier performance and support vendor scorecard initiatives. Serve as primary liaison between suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues. Create purchase orders (POs) to support forecasts and ensure timely delivery of inventory while maintaining company inventory targets. Support new product introductions and promotions. Ensure procurement activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and company documentation standards. Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts and excess inventory. Support all entities, including A93, for all duties related to role and as assigned. Attributes Strong interpersonal skills to build and sustain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills. Initiative‑taking, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment. Analytical mindset with the ability to develop and evaluate alternative solutions. Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Knowledge and Skills Preferred Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. 3+ years of experience in purchasing or operations management. Consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry experience strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills. Experience with Oracle, WMS systems, and data analysis tools. Experience in working in a manufacturing environment and raw materials purchasing required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advocare