Procurement Specialist

Drive Strategic Purchasing. Build Supplier Partnerships. Support Growth. Supreme Cuisine is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our growing food manufacturing organization. This position is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, inventory planning, and ensuring uninterrupted supply of materials needed to support production operations. We are looking for a highly motivated professional with strong analytical skills, supply chain knowledge, 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 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 ERP, MRP, or WMS system experience preferred Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and organizational skills Preferred Experience Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Inventory Planning Vendor Negotiations Forecasting and Demand Planning Office and Production Floor Interaction Why Join Supreme Cuisine? Stable and Growing Company Collaborative Team Environment Opportunity to Make a Direct Impact on Company Performance Strategic Role Supporting Business Growth SUPREME CUISINE PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST Driving Supply Chain Excellence. Supporting Operational Success. #J-18808-Ljbffr