Lead Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


New Ulm, Minnesota, United States Associated Milk Producers Inc. Full time

Senior Buyer

Job Category: Management, Business & Financial Requisition Number: SENIO002423

Job Overview

Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI) operates multiple manufacturing facilities across the Midwest, contributing significantly to the production of American-type cheese, processed cheese, and butter. The cooperative's renowned dairy products are distributed to various sectors including foodservice, retail, and food ingredients. AMPI has proudly introduced its Dinner Bell Creamery brand, showcasing over five decades of collaboration between dairy farm families and expert buttermakers and cheesemakers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the procurement of raw materials, consumables, personal protective equipment, and various goods and services.
  • Coordinate with the production team to facilitate production scheduling and analysis, while effectively communicating any potential scheduling impacts to the Purchasing Manager.
  • Collaborate with internal departments such as manufacturing, maintenance, supply chain, quality assurance, and production to ensure timely updates regarding lead times, material shortages, and schedule changes.
  • Identify and evaluate potential supplier sources, assessing their capacity and compliance with internal requirements.
  • Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and quality standards with current and prospective vendors, ensuring advantageous agreements for the organization.
  • Maintain communication with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding any potential delays, proactively seeking solutions to mitigate disruptions.
  • Manage supplier relationships, focusing on source selection, vendor negotiations, and product quality assurance.
  • Develop cost-saving initiatives and analyze total applied costs for projects.
  • Engage in supplier reviews and collaborate with stakeholders to understand total costs over the lifecycle of goods and services.
  • Perform administrative duties, including maintaining supplier certifications and certificates of insurance.

Benefits

AMPI provides a competitive compensation package that includes paid time off, a 401k plan, short-term disability coverage, and comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options, along with life insurance and flexible spending accounts.

AMPI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Military and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants based on inquiries about pay or discussions regarding compensation, except as required by law.



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