Purchasing Agent-Alma

Maintenance Purchasing Agent- Alma

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the procurement of parts, equipment, and services needed to support the maintenance department in keeping the plant and facilities running smoothly. This role also oversees the day-to-day operations of the maintenance storeroom, ensuring accurate inventory, efficient stock control, and well-coordinated storeroom staff. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can make sound purchasing decisions independently while balancing cost, quality, and delivery needs.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

• Create and issue purchase orders based on requisitions received from various departments.
• Verify and maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, including invoices, delivery receipts, and supplier contracts.
• Evaluate supplier performance, addressing quality, delivery, and cost issues to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in preparing reports on procurement metrics, such as order accuracy, delivery timelines, and cost savings.
• Make purchases using a PO system and maintain proper documentation
• Procure contractor, tech support, and other outside services needed to keep equipment and facilities running.
• Pick up and deliver parts and equipment as needed in a company vehicle (day trips, rare overnight requirement).

Storeroom & Inventory Management

• Oversee the daily operations of the storeroom, ensuring efficient inventory management and stock control.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of storeroom personnel, including receiving, issuing, and returning materials.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of inventory transactions, including receiving, issuing, and returning materials.
• Monitor cycle counting processes to maintain inventory accuracy and address discrepancies.
• Track inventory usage and adjust min/max stocking points to reflect the ongoing needs of the facility.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory/storeroom management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other basic office software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and make sound purchasing decisions without prior approval on routine matters.
• Ability to lift and handle parts and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license, with the ability to occasionally operate a company vehicle for parts pick-up/delivery.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment with occasional noise, dust, temperature changes, and forklift/foot traffic.
• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Experience with a CMMS/ERP system (e.g., Oracle) for purchase order tracking and inventory management.
• Experience purchasing for a maintenance, manufacturing, or food production environment.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience, particularly in a storeroom or warehouse setting.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification).
• Purchasing/supply chain certification (e.g., APICS CPIM, ISM CPSM) a plus.

Working Conditions

This position requires the handling of parts and equipment up to 50 lbs., occasional use of forklifts and company vehicles, and time spent in a warehouse environment with occasional noise, dust, and temperature changes. The role operates with a good degree of independence and is expected to make purchasing decisions without requiring prior supervisor approval on routine matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $15.75-22.25 based on experience
• Weekly paycheck
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Paid vacation
  • FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees

How to Apply

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Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

At the Alma plant, Employee Safety and Food Safety are our top priorities. Every team member plays a vital role in maintaining a safe workplace and producing high-quality, wholesome food for our consumers.

About Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods Corporation, headquartered in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and operations in more than 80 countries. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as Planters®, Skippy®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O®, and many more.

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