What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Senior Buyer/Planner position at Zing! Recruiting?
Zing Recruiting has partnered with a GREAT company within the flavors and specialty ingredients industry who is seeking a Senior Buyer/Planner to support the procurement and production teams. In this role you will handle the full cycle of procurement / production planning. Whether you are currently in a Senior Buyer role or have been a leader and are ready for your next step, please continue reading.
RESPONSBILITIES INCLUDE but are not limited to:
RESPONSBILITIES INCLUDE but are not limited to:
- Source and evaluate potential suppliers, support contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships
- Analyze market trends, pricing, and product quality to ensure the best value for the organization
- Collaborate with cross-functional team and leverage MRP to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery
- Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies
- Maintain and track supplier performance metrics, providing feedback during supplier business reviews
- Support Master Planner & Scheduler on the daily production schedule for IL and NJ facilities
- Coordinate workflow for multiple products, balancing labor, equipment, and raw material requirements for the facility
- Analyze production data and forecasts to plan inventory levels and prevent shortages or excess stock
- Utilize production planning software and ERP systems to manage schedules and resources
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management or equivalent
- 4 to 7 years of experience in procurement and/or production planning at a food or flavor company
- Proficiency in ERP software; SAGE X3 is preferred
- Production planning and scheduling and MRP experience
- Experience in vendor management and supplier relationship management
This role enjoys a base salary as well as a bonus plan.
Zing Recruiting, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Zing’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority. Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and will work to provide accommodation to those who need it.
Zing Recruiting, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Zing’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority. Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and will work to provide accommodation to those who need it.
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Salary : $90,000
