Procurement/Receiving Specialist

Position Summary The Procurement/Receiving Specialist supports the Byhalia Facility and Corelle Brands Corporate Office through the full lifecycle of procurement activities, including the creation and execution of purchase requisitions (PRs) and purchase orders (POs). This role also partners closely with the Raw Material Procurement Manager on sourcing, raw material planning, and inventory management. In addition, this position provides critical support to the facility distribution center (DC) operations, including receiving, and warehouse coordination to ensure timely and accurate material flow throughout the facility. This is a highly cross‑functional role requiring strong communication, planning, and problem‑solving skills, with responsibilities spanning procurement, logistics, inventory, and DC operations. Primary Responsibilities Procurement & Raw Material Planning Generate purchase requisitions and purchase orders with suppliers. Confirm receipt and accuracy of orders; adjust PIRs as needed. Follow up with requisitioners to ensure compliance with PR/PO process guidelines. Adjust PO quantities and dates based on changes in demand or forecast. Serve as the primary contact for all MMDC vendors. Plan and schedule raw materials based on forecast and known demand. Partner with packaging suppliers to address demand needs and quality issues. Identify and recommend cost‑reduction and savings opportunities. Ensure compliance with company safety and security policies. Demand Planning Identify material availability and communicate requirements to operations. Support demand planning to ensure timely coverage of materials and products. Identify supply chain issues and improvement opportunities related to transportation and logistics. Provide timely reporting and feedback to planning teams. Participate in company quality and safety systems. Receiving Operations Compare purchase orders with invoices and packing lists. Inspect deliveries to ensure accuracy and compliance. Receive, sign for deliveries. Process returns for incorrect or unsatisfactory items. Organize and store received materials appropriately. Update inventory with received items. Communicate with vendors regarding delays or issues. Maintain accurate records of orders and delivery details. Support receiving dock operations as needed to include checking drivers in. Secondary Responsibilities Shipping Operations Audit shipments for count and accuracy using SAP/RF or other tools. Replenish label and ink supplies; perform minor printer maintenance. Label product on the dock. Qualifications Required Bachelor s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience. 2+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or related roles. Experience working cross‑functionally to execute procurement strategies. Demonstrated success building relationships with suppliers. Strong knowledge of corporate purchasing practices. Advanced computer skills in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships internally and externally. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, follow directions, and recommend next steps. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and maintain a clean, safe work environment. Professional communication skills across phone, email, radio, and in‑person interactions. Preferred Knowledge of ISO operations. 2+ years of warehouse, DC, or logistics experience. Experience with demand planning, shipping, and receiving processes. 7am-4pm | Monday - Friday