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Procurement Specialist

Pinnacle Recruitment Services
Bakersfield, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Procurement Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to join our team in the dynamic food manufacturing industry. The Procurement Specialist will play a crucial role in managing the purchasing activities, ensuring a consistent supply of quality raw materials, packaging, and other essential goods to support production needs. This individual will work closely with vendors, internal teams, and stakeholders to optimize costs, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Company Overview :

Well established food manufacturing company here in Bakersfield

Opportunity for advancement

Great work / life balance

Family friendly work environment

Company covers 80% of the cost for healthcare benefits

6% 401k match

3 weeks of vacation

1 week of sick leave

Bonus structure

Employee discounts on products

Key Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist

Vendor Management :

  • Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
  • Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships.
  • Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.

Procurement Operations :

  • Manage the procurement of raw materials, packaging, and other goods required for production.
  • Develop and execute purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and warehouse teams to prevent shortages or overstocking.
  • Cost Optimization :

  • Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and industry trends.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve cost efficiencies without compromising quality.
  • Analyze spend data to identify and implement cost-reduction strategies.
  • Compliance and Documentation :

  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and legal regulations.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, supplier contracts, and other documentation.
  • Support audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
  • Collaboration :

  • Partner with production, quality assurance, and R&D teams to source materials meeting product specifications.
  • Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve supply chain challenges.
  • Contribute to cross-functional projects and initiatives to improve overall supply chain efficiency.
  • Qualifications of the Procurement Specialist

  • Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 25 years of procurement experience, preferably in the food manufacturing or consumer goods industry.
  • Familiarity with sourcing raw materials and packaging.
  • Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
  • Knowledge of procurement best practices and industry standards.
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