What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Buyer position at Talking Rain Beverage Company?
WHO WE ARE
We’re Talking Rain, and we’re so much more than water. We build flavorful brands, like Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice Caffeine, Sparkling Ice Energy, Talking Rain Waters, and AQA pH waters. We're creating connections with every sip!
When it comes to success, we know we’re only as strong as our team. That's why we're an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and practice inclusivity, hiring great people who enhance our company.
Our Rain Makers are our most important asset. That’s why we invest in them with
benefits and development opportunities
that reflect just how much we value them.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Our efficient, committed Supply Chain team builds partnerships to get the right product to the right place at the right time. Logistics? Ready to pivot. The hub that spins the spokes. In this highly visible role, you’ll enable our success through management of co-pack processes, systems and planning.
Reports to: Planning Manager / Sr. Manager, Planning
Direct Reports: N/a
Location: Hybrid at our Preston, WA office 3 days a week
- Life happens and we know it. In-office days and hours are dependent on department and business needs, so as long as you’re honest about your needs, we will do what we can to support when things pop up.
Annual Bonus Potential: 7% - Eligibility is based on the company hitting annual financial targets.
Hourly Rate: $27.00- $35.00
Note: New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
- Forge relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and accountability on contracts, agreements, policies, specifications, and confirmations
- Plan and purchase raw ingredients and packaging to appropriate coverage referencing the inventory stratification to next month’s production demand, making strategic decisions on what to hold more or less of.
- Manage and submit supplier invoices prior to due date. Meeting any discount dates as needed
- Analyze and monitor inventory levels for raw materials as part of routine business to respond to any demand changes as is necessary
- Support management of distressed raw material inventory in region to less than 1.5% total inventory valuation
- Participate in regular operational connect meeting with suppliers based on your specific areas of focus
- Identify areas of opportunities for business process improvements and cost savings opportunities and suggest recommendation to core and upper management team.
- Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are followed at all times, advising your immediate manager of any food safety and/or quality issues.
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor’s degree field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
- Minimum of one to three (1-3) years of fast paced product planning and inventory control experience.
- Exposure to WMS and ERP systems.
- Have prior experience with planning tools like Anaplan.
- Proven Excel skills, and proficiency with the rest of the Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to travel up to 10%, occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for special assignments.
Rain Makers are people who are accountable, curious, and inclusive.
We hold ourselves accountable and recognize room for growth while openly accepting feedback. We embrace change to deliver progressive results.
Rain Makers don’t wait for answers – we go find them. Curiosity is part of what makes us so successful. Sometimes we push back, productively challenging the status quo.
We promote inclusivity. Valuing communication and respect, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. We are an approachable bunch, building and fostering relationships with people of all backgrounds.
WHAT WE OFFER
Nothing makes a great job even better than throwing in a few perks, and we want to equip our Rain Makers with everything they need to maintain their health and well-being. That means things like...
We hold ourselves accountable and recognize room for growth while openly accepting feedback. We embrace change to deliver progressive results.
Rain Makers don’t wait for answers – we go find them. Curiosity is part of what makes us so successful. Sometimes we push back, productively challenging the status quo.
We promote inclusivity. Valuing communication and respect, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. We are an approachable bunch, building and fostering relationships with people of all backgrounds.
WHAT WE OFFER
Nothing makes a great job even better than throwing in a few perks, and we want to equip our Rain Makers with everything they need to maintain their health and well-being. That means things like...
- Three Weeks of Vacation. And that’s just to start! Spend some time with us, and you’ll accrue an additional week every few years, depending on your exempt status!
- Six Weeks of Paid Parental Leave. Parents get to spend time at home bonding with their new addition (whether it arrives by birth, fostering, or adoption). For birth mothers, additional time is provided for medical leave. Depending on the state in which you reside, additional time may also be available for parents who do not require medical leave.
- Flexibility Stipend. For eligible Rain Makers, spend this extra monthly stipend as you wish, but know it’s intended to contribute to things like your phone, internet or other business uses while working remotely or needs outside of normal working hours.
- Relocation: Relocation Available (when available)
- Onsite and Hybrid Employees: Get paid to carpool! Drive to work with another Rain Maker every week at least 2X a week and receive $0.25 per mile.
- 401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals.
- Fitness Reimbursements. We're all about going the extra mile, so we provide reimbursements for community events and competitions like fun runs, triathlons, and cycling tours.
- Employees may also enjoy access to our on-site gym in Preston complete with a personal trainer 2 days per week.
- Medical/Dental/Vision. Not only do we offer it, but our plans are excellent and flexible to your needs. And one is even free for our Rain Makers!
- Vehicle Program –
- Field Sales Specialist – Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate
- Field Sales Managers and Market Managers – Company car or vehicle stipend included!
- Regional Sales Managers and Sales Directors – We use the leader in vehicle reimbursement solutions, Motus. This program provides a monthly fixed and variable rate that adheres to IRS guidelines for the business use of personal vehicles.
Please note, eligibility for our full benefits package is based on an average of 30 hours per week in regular (not temporary) positions.
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