What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Supervisor position at Sustainable Beef LLC?
Job Summary : Sustainable Beef is seeking a detail oriented and proactive Purchasing Supervisor to support the Purchasing Superintendent by overseeing daily procurement activities and ensuring the timely, cost-effective acquisition of materials and services necessary for plant operations.
This role assists with inventory management, vendor coordination, and purchasing processes while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
The Purchasing Supervisor also leads the purchasing team, collaborates with internal departments, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities : Support the Purchasing Superintendent in executing procurement strategies and ensuring department goals are met.
Oversee daily purchasing operations, including purchase order creation, tracking, and vendor coordination to ensure timely delivery.
Assist with inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels through software tracking and physical counts.
Maintain vendor relationships, assisting in price negotiations and contract management to optimize cost and supply reliability.
Resolve purchase discrepancies, including delivery issues, returns, and invoicing errors, by working with vendors, Accounts Payable, and Receiving.
Ensure compliance with company policies, contracts, and regulatory requirements in all purchasing activities.
Supervise and support purchasing team members, providing guidance and ensuring efficient workflow.
Coordinate with production, maintenance, and warehouse teams to align purchasing activities with operational needs.
Identify and support cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and efficiency.
Assist in developing standardized purchasing procedures and contribute to process improvements.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned Qualifications : Experience working with ERP Systems Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office, especially Excel Ability to work in a fast-paced environment efficiently & accurately Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift 25lbs repeatedly Maintain good personal hygiene
