Corporate Buyer
Core
Facilitate product distribution and supply chain operations by purchasing packaging, ingredients, and operating supplies while optimizing price and delivery terms.
Role type
Corporate Buyer (Supply Chain)
Builds
Packaging, ingredients, and operating supplies for product distribution
Domain
Food production and supply chain
Required skills
Strategic planning, inventory management, supplier sourcing, ERP/MRP systems, negotiation, project management, data analysis
Preferred skills
C.P.M., A.P.P., or APICS certification
Technologies
SAP, DSP, MRP
Responsibilities
Participate in strategic planning and marketing meetings; manage product line needs and control redundant materials; support sourcing activities and implement new suppliers; serve as SAP gatekeeper for ingredients and packaging; maintain product playbooks; collaborate on product development; analyze inventory performance; manage packaging projects.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC