Purchasing Manager at The Judge Group Inc. in Arlington, Virginia

Job Description:

Location: Arlington, VA

Salary: $130,000.00 USD Annually - $160,000.00 USD Annually

Description: Our client, a catapulting food manufacturer, is currently seeking a Purchasing Manager/Sr. Manager based in Northern VA (onsite). Bonus on top of generous base salary as well as excellent benefits which start day one!


Manager or Sr. Manager, Purchasing


•Plan, coordinate and measure the purchase of packaging and ingredients to support planned production for forecasted requirements. •Coordinate purchases supporting factory production that meet financial and inventory targets according to operating plans.


Responsibilities:


•Manage a team of 2 buyers to support all purchases to maintain efficient production at production and co-pack facilities.


•Implement sourcing/procurement strategies to support company objectives.


•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 non-fish 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.


EXPERIENCE:


•Strong knowledge of SAP


•Experience in sourcing of packaging components (labels, flexible packaging, corrugate) and/or ingredients (oils, flavors, IQF vegetables)


•Technology savvy in Microsoft Office applications, most notable Excel


•Ability to demonstrate initiative, planning, organizational and prioritization skills with a high commitment to meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced environment.


•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


•Ability to travel on a limited basis; some international travel required


•BS/BA degree required


•This position is available at two different career levels based upon experience, education, etc.:


Manager: 2-5 years purchasing experience; Senior manager: 5+ years of purchasing and management experience


Join this excellent team, culture, portfolio, and growth/career opportunity!


Please send qualified resume to: lwertman@judge.com

Contact: lwertman@judge.com


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