Strategic Procurement Specialist - Manufacturing

Job Description

Excellent Growth and Bonus Opportunity! Looking to add top notch talent to the Supply Chain team as a Strategist Procurement Specialist!

This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Jennifer Smith

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 per year

A bit about us:

Global Manufacturing Facility in North America and Europe committed to helping create meat and poultry products with over 30 years of hands-on experience, patented innovations, and a dedicated sales and technical team, we deliver unmatched results in the complex meat processing industry. We proudly serve some of the world’s largest meat and poultry product manufacturers

Why join us?

Competitive base salary and overall compensation package

401 K with generous company match

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holiday schedule

Life Insurance coverage

Job Details

Procurement Specialist

On-site Monday–Friday Core Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flex schedule w/in core hours)

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management activities for a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is vital to maintaining efficient inventory flow, cost-effective sourcing, and strong supplier relationships.

What You’ll Do

Manage day-to-day purchasing needs to ensure material availability and inventory balance

Maintain accurate procurement planning data (lead times, reorder points, forecasts, etc.)

Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, deliveries, and resolve discrepancies

Collaborate with R&D, Document Control, and internal teams to address vendor or material issues

Drive cost-saving initiatives, analyze market trends, and support sourcing strategies

Lead supplier negotiations, coordinate product launches, and monitor supplier performance

Maintain data accuracy in ERP systems and follow regulatory and quality standards

Support continuous process improvements within procurement and inventory operations

What We’re Looking For

3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or production planning (logistics experience also considered)

Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills

Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented with the ability to resolve problems and think proactively

Knowledge of inventory management, supplier contracts, and cost control measures

Bachelor’s degree preferred; certifications such as APICS CPIM/CPSM a plus

You’ll Thrive If You Are:

A strong communicator and problem-solver with a sense of urgency

Collaborative and results-driven with an eye for process improvement

Financially savvy and able to manage sourcing strategies with cost impact in mind

Comfortable interacting across departments and with external suppliers

Motivated to grow your career in a stable, well-respected company

Physical & Work Environment

Office setting with up to 20% time spent on the production floor

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