Buyer

Are you interested in launching new and innovative products to the market? Changing the food and beverage industry? At DreamPak, we aspire to bring liquid food and beverage innovations to the market and make consumers lives more efficient, simple and enjoyable. We have stayed true to the idea that liquid concentrates represent the future of the beverage and dietary supplement world. This singular focus has allowed us to expand from a single product contract manufacturing shop into a technology and innovation driven, vertically integrated company serving a wide range of markets and categories. We're looking for the best and brightest to take our company to the next level.

Due to growth, it has created a need for a Buyer at our manufacturing facility in New Berlin, Wisconsin. The Buyer will play a critical role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of raw materials, ingredients, and packaging necessary for the production of our beverage and nutrition products. The Buyer works cross-functionally with planning, research and development, quality assurance, and production teams to maintain optimal inventory levels aligned with production forecasts, while securing supply continuity through supplier development, performance tracking, and strategic sourcing initiatives. This individual must possess strong negotiation skills, a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics in the food manufacturing sector, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment. The Buyer position comes with a competitive base salary, full comprehensive benefits program, 401(k) retirement program, paid time off and holiday pay. If you are selected for an interview, other information will be shared throughout the interviewing process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Procurement Execution: Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) for inventory and non-inventory materials. Confirm product specs, minimum order quantities (MOQs), pricing, and lead times. Track order confirmations, delivery schedules, and vendor performance to ensure OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery.
• Inventory Management Support: Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, packaging, and WIP items. Align purchases with monthly forecasts and EOQs (economic order quantities) to minimize shortages, overstocking, or obsolescence.
• Vendor Management & Sourcing: Develop and maintain relationships with current suppliers while identifying and onboarding qualified back-up vendors.
• Cost Optimization: Analyze and negotiate costs, terms, and contracts with suppliers. Collaborate with R&D and QA to assess alternate materials or suppliers for cost savings, improved functionality, or risk mitigation.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as a liaison between Production, R&D, Quality, and Finance to resolve discrepancies related to POs, material specs, deliveries, and invoicing.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain complete and accurate purchasing records. Ensure adherence to internal SOPs, customer requirements, and regulatory standards (e.g., FSMA, SQF, FDA).
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in procurement-related projects and process improvement initiatives. Contribute to the development of standardized purchasing procedures and KPI tracking.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Vice President of Operations, including urgent material sourcing, participation in S&OP meetings, or supporting new product launches.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field – or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, supplier management, and inventory control
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to improve cost, service, and quality
• Purchasing/Buying in food & manufacturing is required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $84,999.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person