Senior Buyer

Are you ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic and forward-thinking organization? This Senior Buyer opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact within a collaborative and innovative environment. The role involves overseeing procurement activities, building supplier relationships, and driving strategic purchasing initiatives in a fast-paced, high-performing team.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation: A salary range of $75,000 - $105,000.
• Career Development: Opportunities to lead projects and provide innovative solutions to complex challenges.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated Procurement team and internal stakeholders committed to shared success.
• Leadership Opportunities: Act as a mentor and leader, guiding team members and contributing to organizational growth.
• Travel Opportunities: Visit supplier sites and expand your professional network with up to 30% travel.

This role will be responsible for:

• Procuring food ingredients and chemicals for multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and addressing quality and delivery issues.
• Creating category roadmaps and overseeing supply categories to meet strategic goals.
• Ensuring compliance with contracts through ongoing evaluation and monitoring.
• Leading project teams and driving initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.

Expectations will include:

• Negotiating contracts for optimal pricing, quality, and service.
• Addressing and resolving supplier-related issues, including claims and disputes.
• Evaluating supplier capabilities through site visits and assessments.
• Innovating and implementing solutions to complex procurement challenges.
• Building long-term stakeholder relationships with a focus on superior service.

A qualified candidate will possess the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Business, or Economics.
• Over six years of procurement experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Comprehensive knowledge of purchasing principles, practices, and Global Food Safety Initiative standards.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in operational flows, planning, and scheduling.

This is an incredible opportunity for a seasoned procurement professional to excel in a strategic and impactful role. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today and bring your passion for supply chain excellence to the next level!

Compensation: 75,000 - 110,000

Benefits: Full Benefits

Desired Location: On-site, Eastern IA

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*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Senior Buyer job.