Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Role - Procurement Specialist

Location - Montgomery City, MO

Work Type - Full-time / On-site

About the Job

A growing food manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to support strategic purchasing, supplier partnerships, and business growth. This position is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, inventory planning, and ensuring an uninterrupted supply of materials required to support production operations.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated professional with strong analytical skills, supply chain expertise, and a proven track record in procurement within a manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

The Procurement Specialist will oversee the procurement of raw materials, packaging, ingredients, operating supplies, and services while maintaining inventory levels, controlling costs, and supporting operational efficiency.

This individual will work closely with Operations, Warehouse, Production, Quality Assurance, and Finance to ensure materials are available to meet customer demand and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and indirect supplies.

• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements.

• Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needs.

• Analyze purchasing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Manage supplier performance and ensure service expectations are met.

• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to ensure material availability.

• Resolve supply chain disruptions and material shortages.

• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.

• Review and process purchase orders and supplier invoices.

• Support inventory management and cycle count activities.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and company standards.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field required.

• Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience required.

• Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

• Experience purchasing ingredients, packaging, and production materials preferred.

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

• Knowledge of inventory management and forecasting principles.

• Experience with ERP, MRP, or WMS systems preferred.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Experience

• Food manufacturing

• Supply chain management

• Purchasing and strategic sourcing

• Inventory planning

• Vendor negotiations

• Cost reduction initiatives

• ERP/MRP systems

• Forecasting and demand planning

Work Environment

• Food manufacturing facility

• Office and production floor interaction

• Fast-paced growth environment

• Cross-functional team collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive compensation

• Leadership growth opportunities

• Stable and growing organization

• Collaborative team environment

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on company performance

• Strategic role supporting business growth

• Comprehensive benefits package

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.