Procurement Specialist

Food & Produce Procurement SpecialistPrideStaff is currently working with multiple well known companies who are seeking a Food and Produce Procurement Specialist to join their team. The Food and Produce Procurement Specialist will manage purchasing, inventory replenishment, forecasting, and supplier and vendor relationships. The Food and Produce Procurement Specialist will analyze market data and trends, work with sales, operations, accounting, logistics, and other related departments to successfully accomplish daily and future business goals. The ideal Food and Produce Procurement Specialist has multiple years of hands-on experience in procurement, buying, marketing, sales, or similar related position, is bilingual in English and Spanish, has ERP and SAP experience as well as the ability to clearly communicate and develop vendor and customer relationships. The Food and Produce Procurement Specialist is a full time, direct hire position in Doral, FL.Food & Produce Procurement Specialist Duties & Responsibilities:Monitor Inventory Levels Daily & Update Purchasing Parameters to Meet Ongoing Replenishment NeedsCreate & Manage Detailed Purchase Orders With Accurate Costs, Quantities, Specifications, & Delivery DatesSecure Supplier Confirmations & Actively Review or Expedite Open & Late Purchase OrdersOptimize Stock Levels to Successfully Minimize Shortages, Excess Inventory, Spoilage, & Material ShrinkageManage Operational Product Changes, Including New Additions, Discontinued Items, Substitutions, & Modified PackagingCollaborate Across Internal Departments to Sync Production Volumes, Logistics Schedules, & Product SpecificationsReconcile Supplier Invoices & Provide Documentation to Support Internal Audits & Regulatory ComplianceSource Alternative Products or Vendors to Proactively Resolve Shortages, Improve Quality, or Reduce CostsBuild Strong Vendor Relationships While Regularly Reviewing Formal Supplier Contracts & Purchasing AgreementsNegotiate Optimal Pricing, Payment Terms, & Delivery Schedules Through Comprehensive Market IntelligenceAudit Vendor Compliance, Product Quality Standards, Capacity Constraints, & On-Time Shipment MetricsProcess Supplier Returns, Inventory Allowances, Credits, Claims, & Chargebacks For Subpar MerchandiseForecast Product Demands Accurately Using Historical Data, Market Trends, Seasonality, & Sales Team InputsTrack Key Performance Metrics & Analyze Data Trends to Minimize Overall Procurement SpendingIdentify Ongoing Forecasting Errors to Effectively Implement Strategic Improvements For Future OrderingMonitor Competitor Pricing, Evolving Market Conditions, Supplier Capacity, & Supply-Chain RisksFood & Produce Procurement Specialist Requirements & Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Supply-Chain Management, Business Administration, or a Related Field Preferred But Not Required2+ Years of Purchasing, Procurement, Inventory, or Supply-Chain Experience Required; With Produce & Dairy Highly PreferredBilingual in English & Spanish Highly DesiredDemonstrates Excellent Knowledge of Purchasing, Inventory Replacement, Demand Forecasting, & Materials-Management Principles RequiredFamiliar With Supply Chain Logistics, Transportation, & Warehouse Procedures With Excel, Outlook, Inventory-Management Systems, ERP & SAP SystemsDemonstrates Strong Analytical Skills With The Ability to Evaluate Costs, Market Trends, Inventory Levels, & Supplier PerformanceProven Ability to Negotiate, Solve Problems, & Build Strong Vendor RelationshipsExcellent Communication & Organizational Skills With The Ability to Manage Multiple PrioritiesSuperb Attention to Detail & Commitment to Accuracy, Quality, & Customer ServiceMust Have The Ability to Work Independently & Collaboratively Across Multiple DepartmentsFlexibility to Work Weekends or Holidays Occasionally When Required For Loading, Inspections, or Quality ControlMust be Able to Commute to Multiple Businesses Within a Reasonable Commute DistancePrideStaff Hiring Requirements:Must be 18+ Years OldMust be Willing to Submit to a Pre-Employment Background CheckMust be Willing to Submit to a Drug ScreenMust be Able to Provide Proof of Eligibility to Work in The U.S.Enhance your career with a full-time job, with a great company, competitive wages, and let PrideStaff support you in your future employment endeavors. Your future starts with PrideStaff!