Indirect Buyer

Role/Summary:

Responsible for overseeing the streamlining of procurement for non-direct/non-consumable goods and services for the company. Develops and executes services programs, sources and manages vendors, tracks cost savings and adheres to the company R&M and CAPEX budgets.

Essential Functions:

Excellent negotiation skills Strong communication skills Collaborate with suppliers for contractual terms and compliance Understands the needs and aligns with the company s financial and performance goals Strong analytical skills Understanding of repair and maintenance requests Prioritized projects based on sense of urgency and cost perimeters Builds and fosters working relationships with suppliers Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Core Competencies:

Strong understanding of Procurement and Supply Chain processes Ability to work cross functionally with Finance, Operations, FSQA, Safety, R&D, Sales, Facilities and Maintenance teams. Ensures compliance with company s policies and safety/regulatory requirements and makes informed decisions to mitigate risks. Ability to work and learn various systems to include but not limited to ERP, MRP, Financial, CPMS, etc.

Job Specific Competencies:

Review vendor performance by holding quarterly vendor reviews Reviews agreements/contracts Monitors requests for parts and services to ensure spending is validated Manges all contracts and expiration dates Organizes and manages RFP process Negotiates with suppliers for pricing structures, logistics, order quantities, etc. Works within the company s ERP system Ensures best possible value for the organization Coordinates with each manufacturing and maintenance internal teams regarding supply needs Collaborate with the Finance and Accounting teams to ensure proper invoicing from suppliers Assists each plant with stocking strategies and inventory control of all parts.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Trains team members on essential Purchase Requisition process within the company s system Holds training sessions with various suppliers to educate specific personnel on R&M, CAPEX and Ordering processes

Work Environment:

Office setting Frequently enters a warehouse, manufacturing setting to review areas of opportunity, understanding of mechanical and facilities needs/conditions. Outdoor facilities review as necessary

Physical Demands:

Ability to travel between bakeries and depots as needed Must be able to lift/move 25 lbs.

Required:

Minimum 3 years of buying experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Facilities, or a combination thereof. Travel when needed to multiple locations as well as to conferences, supplier meetings/tours/audits, etc. High School diploma or equivalent Must be proficient in Excel at a minimum of an Intermediate to advanced level Strong knowledge of working in Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Teams Facilities services knowledge Preventative Maintenance programs CPMS System knowledge

Preferred:

Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Facilities or related field Food industry manufacturing experience in Procurement, Warehouse and/or Facilities Knowledge working in Business Central, Power BI, SharePoint, Dropbox