Planning Procurement Coordinator

Essential Functions:

• Ensure the production schedule is supported through the efficient creation of purchase orders that meet the demands as dictated by the MRP system or purchase requisitions.
• Develop/Execute ordering strategies as well as Inventory/Safety Stock levels to support the production schedule in an efficient manner.
• Growing and enhancing supplier relationships.
• Set up and maintain all raw material deliveries (schedules).
• Manage cycle counting program – including explanation of variances.
• Assist in periodic and scheduled audits to ensure accuracy of inventory data.
• Manage contracts and quality assurances issues.
• Ensure effective communication within the department and with all company functions.
• Analyze, correct, and enter daily data collection systems as needed for department.
• Maintain accurate files.
• Backup team members as needed.
• Various tasks involving the responsibility of the food safety and quality of company products.

Education and Experience:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Associates Degree with emphasis on business and two years of Procurement experience
• Experience may be substituted for education
• Basic understanding of General Accounting and Finance
• SAP knowledge a plus
• Excellent math skills
• Advanced Computer knowledge (word processing, Excel spreadsheets, report building)
• Strong attention to detail, ability to quickly identify issues and resolve and ensure a high level of accuracy in all functions within your job
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well with people

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: Occasionally
• Sitting: Most of the day (a minimum of 5 hours)
• Walking: Constantly
• Bending: Occasionally
• Listing: Moderate (30 – 50 lbs) infrequently
• Carrying: Moderate (30 – 50 lbs) infrequently, distance 100 ft
• Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance infrequently
• Ability to climb: infrequently (less than 10 x per hour)
• Ability to work with arms outstretched to the front
• Ability to move hands and wrists repetitively