Procurement Specialist

7 days ago

Arlington, Virginia, United States The Judge Group Full time
Job Description

Purchasing Analyst

The Judge Group is seeking a highly skilled Purchasing Analyst to join our team. As a Purchasing Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting the procurement function by planning, coordinating, and measuring the purchase of packaging and ingredients to support planned production for forecasted requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the execution of purchase orders and releases to support plant demands.
  • Recommend changes to revise and implement corporate purchasing processes and projects to increase company efficiency.
  • Coordinate delivery schedules with Plants and Co-pack facilities and troubleshoot problems through implementation of appropriate corrective actions, as necessary.
  • Analyze market dynamics and assist in developing strategies to meet the company objectives by understanding industry trends, reviewing market prices, and recommending cost strategies for implementation.
  • Develop and maintain strong business relationships with suppliers.
  • Minimize costs by actively challenging vendor pricing, initiating cost savings projects, assessing vendor capabilities, and developing alternate sources using cross-functional resources.
  • Negotiate purchase contracts as necessary to ensure continuity of supply at the most competitive prices within the operating budgeted criteria.
  • Evaluate supplier performance on an ongoing basis implementing corrective actions as necessary to ensure quality/cost/delivery objectives are achieved.
  • Work with vendor base to understand future market trends so that annual standard costs for packaging and ingredients can be determined for the annual operating plan (AOP).
  • Participate in cross-functional projects by representing purchasing for new and current items and communicate key risks and opportunities.
  • Facilitate graphic changes and communication between Graphics Department, Packaging R&D, Plants and Co-pack facilities, and various packaging printers.

Requirements:

  • Must possess excellent organization skills and project management skills.
  • Strong SAP Background and experience.
  • Experience in sourcing of packaging components such as labels, flexible packaging, corrugate.
  • Capable of managing multiple priorities and projects at the same time.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be flexible/adaptable.
  • Effective communication and negotiation skills.
  • Good analytical skills for price evaluations, spend analysis, and inventory management.
  • Possess sound business judgment with practical approach to problem solving.
  • Ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organization.
  • BS/BA degree required.
  • 3-5 years of Supply Chain experience preferred.
  • Ability to travel on a limited basis; some international travel required.

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