JOIN OUR TEAM AS A RAW MATERIALS BUYER!

Are you passionate about food and supply chain management? Do you have a knack for sourcing high-quality materials and ensuring smooth procurement processes? If so, Village Gourmet has an exciting opportunity for you!

ABOUT US

Village Gourmet brings together and invests in specialty producers of fine meat and snacking options to help America eat better. Our dedication to quality supports our brands—3 Little Pigs, Longhini Sausage, Fabrique Delices, Uncle Charley’s Sausage, and Esposito’s Sausage—in growing operations and bringing top-notch products to consumers nationwide. We pride ourselves on using time-honored recipes and high-quality ingredients for everything from fresh sausage and classic charcuterie to snacks and accompaniments.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Raw Materials Buyer for our Charcuterie Brands, you will play a pivotal role in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing essential materials, including raw ingredients, packaging, produce, seasonings, labels, and more. Your efforts will ensure seamless integration with our production needs, contributing to the overall success of Village Gourmet.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sourcing & Vendor Management:

• Develop and execute plant-specific sourcing strategies.
• Evaluate and source alternative ingredients to optimize quality and reduce costs.

Inventory Management:

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet production needs while minimizing excess stock.
• Collaborate with warehouse and production teams to ensure accurate inventory records and implement best practices

Order Fulfillment:

• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehousing to guarantee on-time delivery of materials.

Cross-Department Collaboration:

• Align supply chain activities with plant objectives by working closely with plant managers, production planners, and other departments.
• Support new product launches by securing raw materials and ensuring their timely availability.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting:

• Track and report on procurement and raw material inventory performance metrics.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

SALARY RANGE

$80,000 - $90,000 annually, based on job-level experience. Also, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus program.

OUTCOMES OF SUCCESS

• Consistent availability of high-quality materials.
• Strong relationships with reliable vendors offering competitive pricing.
• Seamless integration of procurement activities with production schedules.
• Continuous improvement in procurement processes, leading to cost savings and increased efficiency.
• Effective communication and collaboration with internal departments.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of procurement experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in procurement software, Power BI, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CPM, CSCP).
  • Experience with ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of food safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with commodity food buying markets and strategic purchasing decisions.

WORK ENVIORNMENT

• 100% remote role, requiring candidates to work normal business hours that operate on Eastern Standard Time.
• Regular communication and interaction with production staff, warehouse personnel, and external vendors.

SCHEDULE

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm EST, with occasional extended hours for special projects. 100% remote role, requiring candidates to work normal business hours that operate at Eastern Standard Time.

READY TO JOIN US?

If you're ready to contribute to a dynamic and progressive work environment and help America eat better, apply today to become a Raw Materials Buyer at Village Gourmet!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)