Senior Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States Ken's Foods Full time

Company Overview

Ken's Foods is a leading manufacturer specializing in dressings and sauces, dedicated to delivering high-quality products. We are currently in search of a Senior Ingredient Operations Buyer to enhance our operations in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Our company is recognized for its dynamic growth and stability, with additional manufacturing facilities across various locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the replenishment of materials, coordinating shipments from diverse supplier locations while managing lead times, order quantities, storage needs, and shelf life considerations.
  • Analyze and determine optimal order quantities to align with demand and financial constraints, including available warehouse space.
  • Manage reverse logistics in collaboration with cross-functional partners to address any material-related issues.
  • Ensure compliance with volume, pricing, delivery terms, and accurate freight costs.
  • Exhibit strong crisis management capabilities and exceptional multi-tasking skills to resolve issues related to production materials.
  • Initiate and conduct Supplier Business reviews to foster improvements and manage supplier relationships effectively.
  • Contribute to the strategic sourcing process, including documentation, regulatory compliance, sample evaluations, and financial audits, while collaborating with the Sourcing team.
  • Engage with cross-functional business partners to enhance value throughout the Supply Chain.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

A four-year degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Extensive experience in food industry purchasing is required.

Minimum of 8 years in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or Inventory Management roles.

At least 8 years of experience in Direct Buying, Supplier Management, or Project Management.

8+ years of experience in managing cross-functional teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is essential.

Experience with Syspro or other ERP systems is advantageous.

This position requires on-site work; remote work is not an option.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.



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