Buyer

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing raw food ingredients, packaging and others plant supplies to support the facility requirements
• Manage vendor relationships including researching potential new vendors, negotiations, verifying, identifying and resolving discrepancies with vendors, and evaluating vendors based on on-time deliveries, product quality, etc.
• Analyzes demand and proactively manages inventory levels to ensure a timely and cost effective delivery of goods
• Own the planning and day-to-day purchasing for a large pet food manufacturer, including raw materials, plant supplies, etc.
• Schedule pickups, place purchase orders, monitor deliveries, as well as maintain and update corresponding schedules as needed
• Work with corporate departments on planning based on short-term and long-term product demand
• Preferred Qualifications (Note: These are preferred and not required. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don't tick ALL of these boxes.):
• MBA in business administration or supply chain management
• 1-2 years of experience purchasing raw ingredients (meat and poultry)
• 1-3 years of experience in planning, inventory management or scheduling in a manufacturing setting
• Golden Perks & Benefits:
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage - We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We've donated over $6.1 million to date.
• 6 paid sick and mental health days , an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
• We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions , ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
• Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan , where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. Learn more.
• Tuition reimbursement program , which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development.
• Company events , like our team picnics and ice cream socials, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.
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At Golden Pet Manufacturing, we are proud to be at the forefront of changing the future of pet food by creating the most nutritionally-dense, thoughtfully-sourced, and practical solutions to pet parents everywhere. Watch our new company video to learn more! We're Looking For A(n): Buyer/Planner Location: Richfield, WI

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