Job Description
Job Description
• Develop and execute material plans to support production schedules, customer demand
• Place, manage, and expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery
• Balance supply, demand, lead times, and inventory to optimize working capital
• Monitor MRP signals and take swift action to resolve exceptions
Ownership & Accountability
Take full ownership of assigned commodities, parts, or suppliers from order placement through
delivery
• Drive accountability with suppliers and internal partners to meet commitments
• Clearly communicate risks, constraints, and recovery plans when issues arise
• Measure performance and actively work to improve delivery, cost, and inventory results
• Ensure compliance to operational processes and procedures.
Bias for Action & Sense of Urgency
• Proactively identify material shortages or risks and act decisively to prevent disruptions
• Escalate issues early and recommend solutions rather than waiting for direction
• Make timely, data-driven decisions in a fast-paced environment
Supplier & Stakeholder Management
• Build strong relationships with suppliers to improve performance, capacity, and responsiveness
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and logistics
• Support root cause and corrective action efforts related to delivery or quality issues
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience in buying, planning, or supply chain roles
• Experience working in an MRP/ERP environment
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Company DescriptionFoods Producing Company
Company Description
Foods Producing Company