Position Title:Purchasing
Supervisor
Location:Belcamp, MD
(Onsite)
Classification: Direct-Hire,
Full-Time
Work Schedules: Monday
through Friday, onsite, standard business hours
Summary
An established international food manufacturer with a production facility in
Belcamp, Maryland is looking for an experienced Purchasing Supervisor to join
its growing team. Business volume has increased, so the company is adding a
purchasing professional who can lead the purchasing function and also handle
buying, forecasting, and supplier negotiations hands-on.
The Purchasing Supervisor makes sure raw materials, ingredients,
packaging, and other supplies are sourced efficiently for their food
manufacturing operations. The role works closely with production, R&D,
suppliers, and logistics partners to keep quality, cost, and on-time delivery
at a high standard. It is a chance to help shape a growing purchasing team and
to take part in the company’s upcoming ERP system upgrade.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited
to
Supervise, train,
and support purchasing staff, and help develop the team as it grows
Lead the
procurement of raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and indirect
supplies needed for production
Review the pending
production schedule to identify material needs and forecast demand
Monitor inventory
levels so materials are ordered and delivered in line with production
schedules
Build strong
relationships with current suppliers and find new sources for
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cost-effective, high-quality materials
Negotiate pricing,
delivery schedules, and contract terms with suppliers
Work with R&D
and production teams to make sure new ingredients and materials meet
specifications
Track supplier
lead times and supply risks to keep inventory optimized and cost-effective
Resolve late
deliveries, shortages, damaged or incorrect shipments, and supplier
quality issues
Adjust procurement
strategies based on market trends, production forecasts, and seasonal
demand
Evaluate supplier
performance on quality, delivery, and cost
Make sure all
materials meet company and regulatory standards, including FDA and USDA
requirements
Find cost savings
through supplier negotiations, material substitution, and process
improvements
Source and test
new ingredients and packaging for new product development and production
scale-up
Support the
transition to a new ERP system and help improve purchasing processes
during the change
Stay current on
industry trends, commodity price changes, and new technologies
Qualifications
Required
3 to 5 years of
experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain
Bachelor’s degree
in Business, Supply Management, or a related field
Strong skills in
negotiation, demand forecasting, and inventory planning
Proficiency with
ERP or procurement software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong
communication and leadership skills
Strong analytical
and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions based on
