Global Procurement Associate

Company Description

Charlie's Produce - Global

Global team members should possess a genuine passion for sourcing the finest products. This team is focused on cultivating mutually advantageous partnerships with growers and exporters while actively contributing to the creation of value for both customers and the organization. This role reports to the Global Purchasing Manager, and will collaborate with fellow Global team members to ensure precise product orders, optimize inventory levels, and effectively oversee the product line.

What We Offer

• An amazing company culture!
• Medical/Dental/Vision on the first of the month following hire.
• ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k).
• Paid vacations and paid holidays.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.
• Coverage under State Sick Leave.
• 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
  
  

Additional Compensation Details

• $27 - $35 per hour dependent on experience.
• Potential 90-day performance-based raise.
• Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure.
  
  

Overview

Job Description

The Global Procurement Associate is responsible for the purchasing of assigned items using existing procedures and tools. This role approves received purchase orders for vendor payment and is responsible for purchase order accuracy, including correct items and costs. You will be responsible for inventory management of assigned items, and help identify and report discrepancies. This role oversees the purchasing and distribution of packaging for grower-direct programs packed into our brands. Our ideal associate will consistently achieve or exceed budgeted variance dollar targets.

Responsibilities

• Use best practice for order writing and inventory management.
• Follow established buying cycles for assigned items.
• Effectively manage product costing.
• Follow established inbound and intra-company logistics procedures.
• Communicate potential inventory issues, prorates, and cost changes in a timely manner.
• Work with vendors to resolve product damage and quality issues and/or quantity discrepancies, and related claims.
• Manage USDA inspection process when necessary.
• Negotiate revised billing resulting from USDA inspection reports when applicable.
• Learn and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) for fill rate, variance management, proper inbound freight maintenance, PO accuracy, contract compliance, and other assigned KPIs.
• Consistently demonstrate ownership of and responsibility for items managed.
• Provide administrative support to the Global department as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Schedule and Travel

• Flexibility to arrive early or stay late as needed to address purchasing requirements.
• Must also be available after hours via cell phone for product-related issues.
• Rotating schedule may include Saturdays and Sundays.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Purchasing experience desired but not required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Able to set priorities, meet deadlines, and accomplish team objectives.
• Able to observe and follow proper safety procedures, and willing to report potentially unsafe conditions.
• Strong mathematical and writing abilities, including the capability to swiftly calculate cases, pallets, product costs, market values, and margins.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer competency, including Microsoft Suite, 10 key, Power Enterprise
  
  

All employees are responsible for food safety and are expected to notify the appropriate manager, supervisor, or key personnel if they witness any compromise to food safety or food quality.

Additional Information

Supplemental Information

This is a safety-sensitive position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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