Procurement Specialist
Buyer Job 12 miles from Monsey
*This is a 3-month contract*
Project Description
This position is responsible for executing tactical sourcing initiatives and providing operational procurement support to drive cost savings and process efficiency across the organization. The role manages day-to-day purchasing activities including requisition processing, supplier management, and help desk support while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. Additionally, this position contributes to continuous improvement efforts through spend analysis, process documentation, and implementation of best practices in procurement operations.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews and processes purchase requisitions ensuring compliance with company policies while identifying cost-saving opportunities through strategic vendor selection and consolidation
Identifies and redirects spend to preferred suppliers and strategic partners to maximize contract utilization and savings
Manages procurement help desk inquiries related to general purchasing through established playbooks and knowledge of the various programs
Analyzes spend patterns and market conditions to recommend optimal sourcing strategies and vendor rationalization
Identifies process improvement opportunities and implements solutions to enhance operational efficiency
Performs other procurement-related duties as assigned
Education / Experience / Background
High school diploma/GED required
2-5 years experience in procurement / supply chain
Bachelor's degree preferred
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Experience with SAP (Ariba, S4) or any other ERP
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to excellence
Excellent attention to detail
Positive attitude and a team player
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite or GSuite
Senior Buyer
Buyer Job 20 miles from Monsey
Come grow with Marotta! One of NJ's fastest growing technology companies, named a New Jersey Top Workplace for 3 years running, and a “Made in New Jersey” Manufacturer of the Year Award Winner. You will have room to grow and be a part of an exciting team, all within a warm and welcoming environment.
Marotta Controls, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and production of precision control components and systems. Founded in 1943, Marotta has been at the forefront of Aerospace & Defense milestones for over 80 years from breaking the sound barrier on the Bell X-1 and landing the first man on the moon to playing a critical role on today's advanced U.S Navy platforms as well as the emerging commercial Space industry.
Our products and expertise range from high performance valves to complete sub-systems that integrate electronic controls, actuators, and power conversion systems. We have received over 200 patents for our technologies and support the most demanding applications found on military aircraft, tactical systems, submarines, surface ships, satellites and space launch vehicles. Our teams have repeatedly been recognized for outstanding performance by some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, NASA & Northrop Grumman.
Buyer III (Space Systems)
Essential Or Primary / Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and vet new sources, place and maintain purchase orders
Review requisitions for accuracy of requirements
Lead and influence cross-functional stakeholders to consensus on key procurement decisions
Contact suppliers regarding status of orders, discrepancies with quantity and quality, etc.
Manage parts shortages caused by supplier delivery delay, non-conforming material or other problems, to resolution
Reschedule purchase orders to meet changing customer needs
Process and coordinate replacement of non-conforming material
Coordinate with suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
Resolve material certification issues, ensuring required traceability
Monitor metal raw materials trends and commodity pricing
Solicit and analyze quotes from suppliers for a wide variety of services and commodities in support of production, to required specifications
Recommend suppliers based on cost, quality and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities
Interface with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and management to provide timely status of products and / or problem identification and resolution.
Member of Internal Program Meetings for assigned programs
Prepare bid requests for proposal
Utilize the Company's inventory tracking system
Additional Duties / Responsibilities
Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
Maintain knowledge of market prices and trends, engineering developments, and manufacturing method improvements applicable to assigned responsibilities
Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements.
Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization
Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. and support actions to drive company initiatives/goals
Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
Ensure that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, technical or administration (or at least 8 yrs. of experience)
Minimum of 4-8 years procurement experience with at least 5 years in make-to-print machined parts, electro-mechanical components, and / or electronic assemblies
Ability to understand/read blue prints
Able to define, manage and execute operational plans to meet strategic procurement decisions
Excellent verbal/written communication and negotiation skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as any and all outside agents, including but not limited to suppliers
Computer literate, with MS Office experience, proficient PCs skills, and MRP/ ERP knowledge
Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.
Must be a US Citizen
Work Environment
This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibration
Temperature of work environment may be affected by outside/external temperatures, machining processes, etc.
This is a full-time position. Overtime and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
15% Domestic Travel expected for this position.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Vision and color vision must pass job-required vision screening
The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, or crouch, and move about the facility.
The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate offices location.
Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.
We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.
If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at *************** to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all of our openings at *********************************
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans
VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
No agencies, please.
Buyer
Buyer Job 20 miles from Monsey
Join our Team as a Buyer!
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: SCM
Who We Are
At Grand BK, the procurement powerhouse behind H Mart, we're not just moving products-we're building connections through food. As the largest Korean logistics and distribution company on the East Coast, we bring top-quality meat, seafood, grains, and nuts to H Mart across the U.S., helping families and communities feel at home, no matter where they're from. We believe food is more than just sustenance-it's culture, comfort, and a way to bring people together.
If you come from an Asian heritage, we ensure you have everything you need to provide for your family and celebrate your traditions with pride. If you're new to Asian culture, we welcome you with open arms, sharing rich stories, customs, and warmth that enrich every step of your journey, both personally and professionally.
As we continue to expand, we're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and be part of this journey. If you're ready to grow with us and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role
The SCM Buyer is responsible for managing procurement activities, including supplier negotiations, purchasing, inventory control, and market analysis. The role requires strong analytical skills, vendor management capabilities, and an understanding of supply chain processes to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement of goods.
1. Purchasing & Vendor Management
Manage procurement of dairy products (e.g., eggs and milk) and chilled food categories from local and overseas suppliers.
Evaluate and select suppliers/vendors based on quality, pricing, compliance, and delivery schedules.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and promotional plans with vendors to optimize cost efficiency.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
2. Market Research & Product Development
Conduct market analysis, monitor industry trends, and perform competitive benchmarking.
Identify new product opportunities aligned with customer preferences and market demands.
Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors on new product development, packaging design, and pricing strategies.
3. Data Analysis & Inventory Control
Analyze sales and inventory data to forecast demand and manage stock levels efficiently.
Create and maintain item master data in SAP, including descriptions, scan codes, and pricing details.
Prepare and review daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing reports for data-driven decision-making.
4. Cross-functional Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with internal teams, including warehouse, accounting, marketing, and store operations, to ensure smooth distribution and inventory flow.
Communicate effectively with vendors and store managers to resolve supply chain issues and improve purchasing strategies.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience: 3+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or procurement roles.
Language: Bilingual preferred (Korean, Japanese, Chinese, English)
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, SAP B1, and other supply chain management tools.
Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
Why You'll Love It Here
At Grand BK, we don't just work-we thrive. Here's what makes our team special:
✅ Competitive Pay
✅ Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
✅ Company-Provided Life Insurance
✅ 401K Retirement Savings Plan
✅ Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
✅ Exclusive Access to Company Resorts
✅ Daily Lunch & Snacks
✅ Exciting Company Events - Ski trips, concerts, BBQ parties, year-end celebrations & more!
Come As You Are
At Grand BK, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply-including those who may not have had traditional access to opportunities in our industry. Everyone deserves a chance to shine!
Supply Chain Analyst 3
Buyer Job 18 miles from Monsey
General Information : Job Description: Supply Chain Analyst 3 PR 26-29/hr Work Schedule: hybrid- 4 in office 1 remote Top Three Skills: CPFR / Demand Planning / Project management / Order fulfillment
Education and Years of Experience:
1) Bachelors in Supply Chain minimum, Masters in Supply Chain preferred
2) 3-5 years
General Description
This is a key position managing Demand/Supply Chain operations for Samsung's Builder Digital Appliance customers focusing on improving synergies in core areas including: Forecasting, Order Management, Inventory Management, Customer management and reporting. This position is responsible for following established processes, managing KPIs, and driving operational excellence and discipline. This position will interact with other areas of the business including Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Finance, Customer Service and HQ in terms of communication.
• Coordinates processes and protocol to achieve customer objectives related to: CPFR/Forecasting, Order Management, Data Management.
• Act as primary interface with customers' SCM, Operations and Merchandising Management to drive collaborative process improvements.
• Coordinate actions with cross functional teams: PSI, Sales, BC and Logistics teams for CPFR to manage and develop the necessary tools/reporting/KPI's.
• Proactively identify and challenge activities that will detract from planned objectives.
• Various reporting to leadership analyzing orders, forecast, inventory and other data.
• Coordinate projects to improve processes by working with cross functional teams.
• Manages product life cycle as it relates to managing the final inventory of the old model and help manage forecast and orders for a new models launch date.
• Has a strong sense of urgency and compassion meeting customer expectations for delivery
• Provide clarity and integrity to the data to insure analytical excellence of reporting to allow for quick, decision making for management.
• Collaborate forecasting and support supply planning process with Builder Direct customer planning team to drive optimal levels of inventory to support jobsite readiness and closings.
Necessary Skills / Attributes
• CPFR training and experience, 4-6 years' equivalent work experience.
• Bachelors in Supply Chain related field, Masters in Supply Chain preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting internally and externally.
• Analytical, attention to detail, strong organizational skills.
• Planning/forecasting experience in manufacturing / logistics environment.
• Relevant demand planning software exposure and knowledge of statistical modeling.
• Strong Microsoft Office application knowledge, advanced Excel VBA/macro programming preferred.
• Set realistic work goals and priorities.
• Taking the initiative as problems and opportunities arise.
• Proposing new ideas regarding goals, policies, and improved work procedures.
• Developing efficient systems and improving support activities.
• Familiarity with SAP and ability to learn new systems.
• Flexibility dealing with various / manual processes.
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Procurement Manager
Buyer Job 18 miles from Monsey
Mavis Discount Tire -Tire Procurement Manager
Put your career into high gear with Mavis Discount Tire! We're looking for a full Tire Procurement Manager to join Team Mavis at our Operations Support Center in White Plains, New York. With over 2,300 retail locations, Mavis is the one of the largest independently-held tire sales and automotive repair chain in the United States.
About the Position of Tire Procurement Manager
As a key leader within our retail operations, Mavis's Tire Procurement Manager is responsible for leading a team of Inventory Analysts in the management of inventory flow from major brands suppliers to our warehouses and stores. This leader is ultimately accountable for the ordering of all major brand tires, proactively reviewing the inventory pipeline, initiating product flow contingency plans, and balancing inventory across the network, all while maintaining exceptional in-stock levels and minimizing excess inventory.
Qualifications
Possess a Bachelor's Degree plus 3 years' experience in one or more of the following areas: Purchasing, Inventory Management, Replenishment or Supply Chain Management. Preference will be given to candidates with this experience in big box retail
Exhibit exceptional analytical skills, including SQL experience, demonstrated Microsoft Excel expertise and report building.
Exhibit strong leadership competencies.
Employee Benefits
At Mavis, we understand that our people drive our success. We provide our team members with competitive weekly pay, including weekly incentive compensation, a good working environment and an excellent combination of additional benefits like health, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid vacations, paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance, on-the-job training, and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Mavis is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Consistent with our commitment to the principal of equal employment opportunity for all individuals, we enforce a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination at Mavis. Employment decisions are made without regard to an applicant's or employee's actual or perceived membership in any category or status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Where appropriate, Mavis may provide reasonable accommodation for an otherwise qualified individual to perform the essential functions of the position.
Mavis does not seek salary history information from applicants.
INVENTORY BUYER BACKORDER
Buyer Job 19 miles from Monsey
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Purchasing Backorders, the Inventory Buyer Backorders is responsible for the procurement of aircraft spare parts (both new and rotable) for backorders to meet the customers required date. The Backorder Buyer will be responsible for routine backorders and for updating the account rep group of delivery dates on backorders
Principal Duties:
Review SAP Generated Backorder Report messages to ensure inventory is available to meet customer needs
Purchase or expedite inventory to fill a customer backorder including repair orders and purchase orders
Inform account reps of delivery dates on customer backorders
Perform necessary administrative tasks to support expediting receipt of material to meet customer needs
Maintain vendor master table
Coordinate and resolve purchase order discrepancies
Recommend alternate potential vendors for products and services
Other duties assigned by management to meet department objectives
Minimum Qualifications:
High school degree or GED
Two (2) years of experience in purchasing operations or two (2) years of experience in purchase order placement and negotiations
Intermediate proficiency in PC Windows business software, Microsoft Office preferred
Ability to communicate effectively with internal/external customers and vendors in a professional manner
Additional Desired Qualifications:
College degree preferred
Familiar with FAA regulations with regards to parts procurement, documentation and traceability
Aviation-related material planning or purchasing experience
Experienced in aviation industry standards Illustrated Parts Catalogs and FARs
CPM or other industry certification
Working Conditions:
Office environment
Use of personal computers required
Overtime as required
Minimal travel may be required
Procurement Specialist
Buyer Job 14 miles from Monsey
We invite you to join Takasago, where you can be innovative and contribute to society through technology. The management of Takasago aims to create a company where each employee can experience a sense of fulfillment and happiness at a high level. Specifically, we strive to establish an environment where people from diverse backgrounds can work with joy and a sense of purpose, create a system that supports individual growth, and above all, implement management practices that enable employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
SCM Purchasing Coordinator
Buyer Job 27 miles from Monsey
JOB TITLE: SCM Purchasing Coordinator
JOB TYPE: Full Time Employee, Non-Exempt
The Purchasing Coordinator will be responsible for not only handling all import operation, domestic purchasing, and invoice check, but also building and maintaining a relationship with vendors and all related internal departments.
JOB DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:
1) Import/Domestic Purchasing
Issue On-Time PO (Purchasing Order)
Coordinate import and domestic purchasing operation from forecasting, purchase order, monitoring and resolving any issues related to cargo moving from door to door with all related vendors like freight forwarder, shipper, customs broker, drayage trucker, etc.
Report and follow up any compliance issues
Keep and track the precise records of all ordered products to prevent shortage and over stock
Handle order processing including input PO information into the system and print all the ordered list and hand over to warehouse.
Verify invoice with quantity and amount when it is delivered.
Check receiving shipments and track all inventory with warehouse part
Keep looking for new vendors to expand and secure vender pools and to get competitive price
Analyze purchasing price trends and resolving any issues regarding price changes
Sourcing suppliers and maintaining long-lasting relationships with them as well as existing suppliers
Providing solutions to improve company spending and outsourcing
2) Part of SCM
Play an active role to have the products flow seamlessly in whole supply chains
Follow up well new product purchasing with related departments like marketing, R&D, production, etc.
Support and cooperate with production and warehouse
Participate and carry out physical inventory check every month
QUALIFICATIONS:
College BS Degree or equivalent experiences are required
1~3 years of purchasing or logistics or any SCM-related experiences, food industry experiences preferred
Communication Skills
Bilingual in English and Korean MUST
Ability and know how to deal with high stress situation and how to prioritize works to do
Multi-tasking
Teamwork oriented
Must have ability to safely lift at least 50 lbs without restrictions
Problem Solving skills
"Watch and Learn" skills
Attention to detail
Freezer Friendly
Computer Skills including Excel, Outlook
Raw Materials Procurement Specialist
Buyer Job 20 miles from Monsey
Schweid & Sons is a family-owned fourth-generation ground beef purveyor, supplying restaurants, grocers, and special events across the nation, and is now available online for home delivery. In 1978, Sam's son David Schweid took his family's long-withstanding heritage in the meat purveyor industry and founded Schweid & Sons, which focuses on ground beef and pork. Today that same passion, commitment, and work ethic are carried on through his two sons, Jamie and Brad, all dedicated to producing the best-tasting, highest-quality burger.
Located in Carlstadt, NJ, and College Park, GA, Schweid & Sons' mission is to bring "The Very Best Burger" to consumers by offering a range of high-quality ground beef blends and products, including custom blends, USDA Prime, All Natural, Wagyu, among others.
Culture: Schweid & Sons is committed to building and maintaining a best-in-class culture. Our core values consist of Trust, Respect, Integrity, Pride, and Passion and are lived by our incredible employees. All company members must understand the importance of our core values to Schweid & Sons.
Responsibilities:
* Aid in efficiently managing three essential divisions of the procurement:
* Weekly POs
* New product sourcing
* Monitoring Use of Raw Materials
* Purchase raw materials daily for two facilities based on weekly demand
* Management of supply issues by adequately defining the issue/event, defining crisis status, create and delivering valuable options for the organization to ensure customer compliance.
* Ability to hold vendors accountable for performance. Over-communicating with the Ops & Sales teams regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting the distribution
* Utilizes customer insights, industry trends, buying patterns, sales and commodities metrics, forecasting, and competitive landscape to partner across other functions
* Create and modify raw material formulations based on multiple factors
* Supports new projects for the business, engaging suppliers to help the team understand costs and formula implications. Ability to engage cross-functional partners when necessary
You are
* Someone with a clear understanding of procurement sourcing best practices
* A creative problem solver with a process improvement mindset
* Adaptable and able to deal with stressful time sensitive situations in a calm and deliberate manner
* Data-driven decision maker
* Detail-oriented You possess strong organizational skills and consistently demonstrate a systematic approach to all your work
* A self-starter who is highly motivated and passionate; you are eager to take on new projects
* Agile You thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments and are willing to get deep into the weeds where needed
* A strong communicator who can easily communicate complex solutions cross-functionally and to upper management
* Results-driven who gets the job done.
Travel: The position may require travel to Harvesting Facilities, visiting both production facilities at a minimum quarterly, and potentially attending various trade shows.
KPI Metrics
Growing Sales Profitably
* Own Protein Formulation P.L. by auditing savings opportunities through purchasing efficiencies based on the USDA market. Must have the foresight to adjust, modify or eliminate chances of not achieving the milestones.
* Maintain a 100% supply of raw materials to produce the schedule of products weekly and daily, all while remaining cost-effective
* Create an annual spend savings target % for the Procurement Dept. Identify pathways for the department to spend less on ingredients while obtaining +99% customer service levels and meeting budgeted goals by driving cost savings through a strategic sourcing plan
Digital Transformation buy-in - High-Performance Activities embedded into the Schweid & Sons Commitment: On Time, In Full.
* Confirming data integrity for the company with absolute confidence in data accuracy. Creating confirming steps within the process to ensure accuracy while generating fail-safe auditing procedures as back-up
* Lead collaborative strategies (multi-Dept efforts) around pricing, forecasting, and product available to sell by identifying what a "win" looks like - then measuring each win and repeat-the visibility for sales to be more self-sufficient and road access friendly. Be the Proactive Voice within Ops for Digital Strategy.
* Utilize and improve our purchasing and forecasting technology tools to provide faster, actionable data to team members
Requirements:
* Strong Food Industry Experience, having built successful relationships and partnerships with suppliers leveraging buying power on these critical attributes.
* Rock-solid analytical and computer skills, preferably in implementing procurement functions with a central ERP system. Proficient in computer skills - Microsoft Office, Excel, ERP Software
* Results-oriented and metrics-driven
* Strong time management and organizational skills within an office environment (not a remote role)
* Ability to effectively communicate will all levels of management
* Strong technical skills and IT skills
Experience & Education:
* Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably purchasing
* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business or a related field
Procurement Specialist II
Buyer Job 25 miles from Monsey
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Job Description
Job Title: Procurement Specialist II
Duration: 4+ months (With possible extension)
Location: Parsippany, NJ 07054
Position Summary:
The Service Specialist is responsible for providing tier service support to all inquiries related to Procure-to-Pay process areas (Requisition, Purchase Orders, Procurement Channels, Contracts, Catalogues, Invoices, Procurement Policy etc.). He/She is responsible to train end-users and perform ongoing document and procedures maintenance. He/She will assist with service center - related process implementations. The Specialist will manage the relationship with internal clients, suppliers and Finance.
He/She will ensure to deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met. He/She will ensure alignment with Procurement Category and Country Managers on Sourcing Strategy and Sourcing execution.
He/She will contribute to the fulfillment of team targets and KPIs and support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Requisition Approval and Denial
• PO Maintenance Activities
• Provide assisted buying services as needed
• Order follow up with Supplier (expediting)
• Direct requestor to correct buying channel to ensure policy/contract compliance
• Train end users on existing processes and familiarize them with content available in iProcurement
• Respond to inquiry received for all relevant P2P process areas
• Ticket Management
• Reporting and analyzing
• Recognize and communicates potential issues to Service Lead
• Contribute ideas and actions towards the continuous improvement of service center - related processes within area of influence
• Identify potential problems and/or delays in processing correspondence and deliveries and notifies appropriate staff
• Stakeholder management
• Perform ad hoc activities associated with the role may be required
Job-specific Competencies:
• P2P process and system knowledge
• Strong Service orientation
• Training skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Hands-on mentality
• Excellent Stakeholder Management skills (manage escalations from business and suppliers)
• Ability to recognize the appropriate style, level of detail, and message for the audience.
• Ability to work in a team setting with a diverse group of employees and managers across regions
• Process- Addresses process efficiency, continuous improvement, value improvements, idea generation, implementation of improvements, supplier engagement in idea generation and improvement and contractual limits and opportunities for improvement.
• Effective in executing all purchasing processes, including established processes for actions to be taken when variances from established service levels occur or when data discrepancies arise.
• Supply Chain Management- The design and management of seamless, value-added processes across organizational boundaries to meet the real needs of the end customer.
• Procurement Systems- Utilizes procurement systems along with company policies and procedures to ensure the most cost effective and efficient method of procuring goods and services.
• Conditioning and Information Control- Influencing the perceptions of others by behavior and messages.
• Ethics- Demonstrates Purchasing Code of Conduct is in place and continually improving.
• Exemplifies the company's core values.
• Process, Policies and Procedures- Demonstrated ability to follow rules, procedures, processes of the supply organization.
• Internal compliance- Ability to operate within policies and procedures demonstrated by audit reports without exceptions, and enforce policies and procedures for procurement.
• Stakeholder Management-Develops and nurtures strong relationships with internal stakeholders / customers.
• Legal knowledge- Understands terms and conditions of contracts, reciprocity, governmental regulations, (such as Foreign Corrupt Practices Act) and able to execute competently.
• Influence- Persuades or influences others using a range of styles resulting in behavior change, and acceptance or persuasion of others to change their point of view.
• Payment compliance- Analyze and manage payment terms, throughout the Procure to Pay process, while optimizing the Procure-to-Pay process.
• Continuous Improvement-A process for improving an organization's performance along several criteria, particularly quality, over time.
• Developing Performance Measures-Establish and use measurement criteria determined by priorities set by the organization and stakeholders. Examples can include service level agreements, scorecards and quality control measures to ensure that suppliers meet the requirements of the organization
• Cost Containment- Typically, a detailed plan to hold costs and purchased prices within certain target limits over a period of time.
• Price Analysis- The examination of a supplier's price proposal or bid by comparison with reasonable benchmarks, without examination and evaluation of the separate elements of cost and profit making up the price.
• Business Needs analysis- Deep understanding of the industry in which the business competes, the components of an industry analysis, research requirements and data sources. Identification of the business mission, strategy, competitive priorities and distinctive competencies. Also, approaching internal customers to solicit additional business needs in addition to verifying the needs that they generated from the analysis.
• Analytical skills- Demonstrates understanding a range of powerful problem solving and analytical techniques that underpin rational and objective sourcing and category management decision making. Is able to gauge when, and in what depth to use those techniques to develop effective (from a decision and resource utilization perspective) recommendations/decisions re specific sourcing, process and/or category circumstances. Analyses are consistently used to develop innovative / value adding options for working with suppliers / categories.
• Commercial & Financial analysis: Knowledge of financial and managerial accounting principles
• Risk Management- Risk is systematically identified, analyzed and assessed in terms of probability with options generated to reduce or mitigate the risk.
• Priority setting: Knows how to set priorities and organize tasks to achieve a goal.
• Problem Solving- Skilled at complex problem solving, which includes defining the problem, creating and evaluating alternative solutions, testing preferred solutions, assessing and re-testing as necessary. Knows when to call on additional support.
Qualifications
Position Summary:
The Service Specialist is responsible for providing tier service support to all inquiries related to Procure-to-Pay process areas (Requisition, PurchaseOrders, Procurement Channels, Contracts, Catalogues, Invoices,
Procurement Policy etc.). He/She is responsible to train end-users and perform ongoing document and procedures maintenance. He/She will assist with service center - related process implementations. The Specialist will manage the relationship with internal clients, suppliers and Finance.
He/She will ensure to deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met. He/She will ensure alignmentwith Procurement Category and Country Managers on Sourcing Strategy and Sourcing execution. He/She will contribute to the fulfillment of
team targets and KPIs and support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Requisition Approval and Denial
• PO Maintenance Activities
• Provide assisted buying services as needed
• Order follow up with Supplier (expediting)
• Direct requestor to correct buying channel to ensure policy/contract compliance
• Train end users on existing processes and familiarize them with content available in iProcurement
• Respond to inquiry received for all relevant P2P process areas
• Ticket Management
• Reporting and analyzing
• Recognize and communicates potential issues to Service Lead
• Contribute ideas and actions towards the continuous improvement of
service center - related processes within area of influence
• Identify potential problems and/or delays in processing correspondence and deliveries and notifies appropriate staff
• Stakeholder management
• Perform ad hoc activities associated with the role may be required
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Hiring for Buyer
Buyer Job 12 miles from Monsey
Responsible for purchasing goods for a company to use or sell in their own business. This position requires extensive research and the ability to negotiate contracts with suppliers, manage an inventory, evaluate quality goods, and stick within a budget. Identifying the organization's purchasing needs. Researching, selecting and purchasing quality products and materials. Building relationships with suppliers and negotiating with them for the best price, quantities and delivery timescales.
**Education:** Bachelor's degree required
**About US Tech Solutions:**
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US Tech Solutions 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.
Junior Buyer
Buyer Job 2 miles from Monsey
**Be visionary** Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
**Job Description**
**SUMMARY**
Perform routine purchasing functions for standard production materials and other commodities.
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Ensure prompt placement of assigned orders in accordance with established policy.
+ Set up and maintain rental agreements.
+ Receive non-tangible and offsite purchase orders.
+ Coordinate with suppliers and Accounting to resolve accounts payable issues.
+ Sources and evaluates new suppliers and materials in conjunction with Quality Assurance and Engineering in support of company requirements.
+ Performs preliminary work necessary to develop Request for Quote and evaluate responses.
+ Compiles data and prepares reports as requested and required.
+ Maintains accurate and up-to-date records/purchase orders.
**Education and Experience**
Bachelor's or Associate's Degree preferred, or equivalent
Minimum 1-2 years related experience
**Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
Experience with MRP planning and ERP systems
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word programs
Must possess strong mathematical skills
Excellent communication skills for interfacing with internal and external contacts
**Salary Range:**
$49,300.00-$65,700.000
**Pay Transparency**
The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day **.**
Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
Purchasing Coordinator
Buyer Job 25 miles from Monsey
Administration Date Available: ASAP Additional Information: Show/Hide Under the limited supervision of a supervisory official, participates in the review and administration of various contracts and/or grants; provides technical assistance in the areas of contract and/or grant preparation, monitoring and/or evaluation; provides recommendations for contract/grant approval to supervisory staff; does other related duties.
Please see attachment for full description
Required Qualifications and Skill-Set:
* Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
* Qualified Purchasing Agent certification.
* Five (5) years of experience involving contract/grant work, project financing, construction management, fiscal administration, social service administration, and/or budget and management operations of a government or business entity, at least one (1) year of which shall have involved responsibility for some aspect of contract/grant administration.
* Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience as indicated on a year-for-year basis.
* A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Health, Public or Hospital Administration or Social Work (with concentrations in Health, Administration, or Social Policy) may be substituted for one (1) year of the basic experience. (There is no substitution for the one (1) year of experience involving responsibility for some aspect of contract/grant work.).
* Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
* Knowledge of legal and administrative requirements of grant and contractual agreements.
* Knowledge of the forms required in design, construction and procurement work, including vouchers, change orders, progress reports, proposal forms, contracts and other documents.
* Knowledge of problems involved in the review of contract/grant proposals.
* Knowledge of principles of cost allowability and reasonableness, contract/grant budget principles, principles of matching fund accounting, and procurement guidelines.
* Knowledge of the methods used to collect and analyze data.
* Ability to negotiate mutually acceptable resolutions to disagreements.
* Ability to read, interpret, and apply information on the programs of the agency, and sources of funds available to finance components of those programs.
* Ability to interpret laws, rules and regulations and apply them to specific situations.
* Ability to gather and analyze data.
* Ability to provide technical assistance.
* Ability to prepare reports and correspondence.
* Ability to recognize and identify problems in the administration of contracts and/or grants.
* Ability to establish and maintain essential reports, records and files.
Salary and Benefits
* Commensurate with experience and education plus medical benefits and retirement pension.
* Paid time off
Bargaining Unit
Non-Affiliated
For consideration, please apply online at ********************
AA/EOE
Attachment(s):
* Purchasing Coordinator
Junior Candy And Snacks Buyer
Buyer Job 28 miles from Monsey
Salary $62.4K Plus Bonus And Benefits.
Working Onsite 5 Days A Week In Great Neck, NY.
Wholesale Food Company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines. Works closely with the Sr. Director of Purchasing and Senior Buyers to achieve the goals of the company. Provides supply chain/inventory management for promotionally active categories and corresponding financial accountabilities. Procures products following all policies and procedures established by the company.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Order products to meet forecasted demand.
Obtain the best possible product costs, quality, and service at all times.
Ensure that established policies and procedures are understood and adhered to.
Strive to obtain inventory and turn goals, while maintaining service level and minimizing distress.
* Interface with various departments and division personnel to accomplish job functions. Develop and maintain good working relationships with vendors, store operations, distribution center, and division office personnel.
Review acquisition costs to ensure items purchased are at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need.
Assess current inventory, market conditions, availability, and promotional impact to forecast order quantities and make recommendations to the merchandising team.
Conduct post-promotional reviews and analyses to determine if promotional requirements were met and develop solutions for problem areas.
Review and resolve inventory issues at the store level as a result of allocations or order issues. * Review and analyze daily and weekly reports to monitor costs, quality, service level, inventory turns, and distress and make adjustments as needed.
Visit stores, as needed, to monitor programs, obtain store feedback, and assess overall implementation effectiveness.
Manage Accounts Payable variance processes for distribution sourced items to ensure correct prices have been invoiced.
Resolve store billing questions by researching discrepancies submitted at the store level with Store Billing and entering credits where appropriate or providing resolution.
Maintain all necessary department files and records.
Coordinate with Warehouse Operations to maintain the proper product flow through the facility.
Remote access (buying system) from home or off-site location when necessary.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 1 plus years of Purchasing or Vendor Management experience in industry or retail: grocery, candy, and beverage experience a plus.
Marketing/Logistics experience preferred or a strong understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices.
Understanding of grocery procurement, logistics, inventory management, marketing, accounting, and financial management practices
Excellent organizational and analytical skills; ability to take initiative and make fact-based decisions.
Ability to plan and organize effectively.
Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships both internally and externally.
Strong computer aptitude in MS Office including Word and Excel.
Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.
Strategic Improvement Specialist
Buyer Job 20 miles from Monsey
Join our Team as a Strategic Improvement Specialist!
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Strategic Improvement
Who We Are
At Grand BK, the procurement powerhouse behind H Mart, we're not just moving products-we're building connections through food. As the largest Korean logistics and distribution company on the East Coast, we bring top-quality meat, seafood, grains, and nuts to H Mart across the U.S., helping families and communities feel at home, no matter where they're from. We believe food is more than just sustenance-it's culture, comfort, and a way to bring people together.
If you come from an Asian heritage, we ensure you have everything you need to provide for your family and celebrate your traditions with pride. If you're new to Asian culture, we welcome you with open arms, sharing rich stories, customs, and warmth that enrich every step of your journey, both personally and professionally.
As we continue to expand, we're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and be part of this journey. If you're ready to grow with us and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role
The Strategic Improvement Specialist will be a key contributor in driving strategic initiatives and business transformation for a leading Asian American grocery distribution company. Reporting to the Strategic Improvement Team Manager, this role will collaborate cross-functionally to analyze complex business challenges and implement data-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall profitability.
Project Support: Collaborate with the Strategic Improvement Team Manager to support the planning, execution, and delivery of identified projects across the organization.
Analysis and Research: Conduct in-depth analysis and research to understand business problems, and best practices, providing valuable insights to inform decision-making.
Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to gather requirements, solicit feedback, and ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
Solution Development: Assist in developing data-driven recommendations and solutions to address business challenges, leveraging analytical tools and methodologies as needed.
Implementation Support: Support the implementation of recommended solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive change and achieve desired outcomes.
Documentation and Reporting: Prepare clear and concise documentation, including project plans, status reports, and presentations, to communicate findings, recommendations, and progress to key stakeholders.
Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in distribution and related fields, actively seeking opportunities for professional development and knowledge sharing
Qualifications & Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
2-3 years experience in an Analytical, Retail or Supply Chain environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and develop actionable recommendations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency in SQL, Power BI, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and other analytical tools/software.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Why You'll Love It Here
At Grand BK, we don't just work-we thrive. Here's what makes our team special:
✅ Competitive Pay
✅ Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
✅ Company-Provided Life Insurance
✅ 401K Retirement Savings Plan
✅ Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
✅ Exclusive Access to Company Resorts
✅ Daily Lunch & Snacks
✅ Exciting Company Events - Ski trips, concerts, BBQ parties, year-end celebrations & more!
Come As You Are
At Grand BK, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply-including those who may not have had traditional access to opportunities in our industry. Everyone deserves a chance to shine!
Procurement Specialist
Buyer Job 14 miles from Monsey
We invite you to join Takasago, where you can be innovative and contribute to society through technology. The management of Takasago aims to create a company where each employee can experience a sense of fulfillment and happiness at a high level. Specifically, we strive to establish an environment where people from diverse backgrounds can work with joy and a sense of purpose, create a system that supports individual growth, and above all, implement management practices that enable employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Takasago is a major global leader and producer of flavors and fragrances providing innovative solutions in flavors, fragrances, aroma ingredients, and fine chemicals. Takasago is headquartered in Japan and operates in over 27 countries, with manufacturing facilities, research and development centers, and sales offices worldwide. Takasago ranked 8th overall and 1st in Asia on the Global Top Food Flavors and Fragrances Companies.
Job Summary:
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for supporting the Strategic Procurement Managers in sample requests, paperwork coordination, maintenance of SAP procurement parameters, and assist in analyzing spend and identifying cost savings opportunities.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist with alternate sourcing process. Request/log samples and documentation from suppliers. Interface with Quality and Regulatory groups internally to ensure swift approval.
Monitor market reports/communicate with suppliers and identify potential cost savings
Assist running cost savings/contract reports
Assist with SAP Master Data Maintenance, update procurement parameters
Resolution and Daily Support of Supplier Related Concerns to limit impact to Production
Establish relationships with suppliers to support the daily operation and ensure procurement needs are met.
Assist in following up supplier order confirmation, when needed
Support as Required, New Vendor/Item Set Up
Assists update the Country of Origin for raw material and crops
Submit samples requested from perfumery, status update and timely delivery
Request all the documents that Regulatory and QC requested
Assist with administrating specs harmonization with local suppliers
Support the delivery requirements to suppliers and ensure suppliers in compliance.
Educational Qualifications:
Associate Degree in Business or Material Management required.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience in procurement or supply chain preferred
Takasago's Employee Benefits and Perks:
Takasago offers flexible work arrangements, tuition assistance, health benefits, employee discounts to various services and products, and life insurance 1.5 times your salary. When we think about employee success and financial security, we think long-term. Takasago provides robust retirement savings plans, as well as an employee assistance program. We hope you will join us and achieve professional growth and enrichment.
EEO Statement:
Takasago provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.
SUPERVISOR PURCHASING - ROTABLES
Buyer Job 19 miles from Monsey
SOAR WITH US Dassault Falcon Jet proudly provides competitive pay, quality benefits and programs that support your career advancement and personal development. Our benefits are designed to support you and your family's health and wellbeing, help you secure a strong financial future and empower you to be successful in all aspects of your work and life.
We are committed to finding the best, brightest and most dedicated individuals in the aviation industry. Our employees are the key to our success. Soar with us!
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Manager of Materials, the Supervisor Purchasing Rotable is responsible for the management of the DFJ rotable pool, and shall interface significantly with the Supervisor of Material Planning, the Supervisor of Purchasing Backorders and the Manager of Materials on these issues. The Supervisor is also responsible for the daily activities of the rotable buyers and other support personnel assigned to the group.
Principal Duties:
* Responsible for the day-to-day activities of Rotable Buyers.
* Responsible for the development of personnel in the Rotable Department (including coaching and mentoring) to ensure objectives are reached
* Coordinate daily rotable purchasing efforts, provide information and status on all critical shortages, and key issues to Manager of Materials.
* Monitor Vendor Due-Ins and ensure quotes and supplemental bills are being done in a timely manner
* Monitor the rotable departments workload and make recommendations to the Manager of Material on staffing
* Develop and maintain rotable purchasing procedures and policies.
* Develops and records performance criteria for rotable buyers
* Report vendor/repair agent service levels and rotable buyer performance to Manager of Materials.
* Responsible for the accuracy of overhaul allowances Ensure overhaul allowances are reviewed at least once per year.
* Responsible for the selection of repair agents based on performance criteria, such as price, delivery, and quality of products and services offered.
* Reduce cost of repair and overhaul by working with Vendors, repair agents, DPS, DAFS and DSC. Com
* Work closely with other Spares Supervisors to improve processes and communication
* Coordinates with Inventory Control, Quality Assurance, and other Material personnel to resolve key issues, including rejected/discrepant material, special outside services, and repairs.
* Recommends and coordinates System improvements and ensure proper controls with both computer and manual systems.
* Other duties may be assigned by management in order to meet department or business objectives on an as-needed basis.
Non-Principal Duties:
Minimum Qualifications:
* Four-year college degree or equivalent aviation-related experience.
* Five years rotable purchasing experience
* Five years' experience in computerized purchasing systems.
* Experienced in vendor negotiations and purchasing controls.
* Three years of supervisory experience.
* Working knowledge of FAA regulations with regards to parts procurement, documentation and traceability.
* Experienced in the use of the industry standards, Illustrated Parts Catalog, Maintenance Manuals and FAR's.
* Advanced-level proficiency in the use of PC Windows business software (Microsoft Office preferred).
* Ability to communicate effectively with both internal/external customers and vendor/repair agents in a professional manner.
Additional Desired Qualifications:
* A&P License.
* CPM or other professional certification.
Working Conditions:
* Office environment.
* Use of personal computers required.
* Some travel required.
Raw Materials Procurement Specialist
Buyer Job 20 miles from Monsey
Schweid & Sons is a family-owned fourth-generation ground beef purveyor, supplying restaurants, grocers, and special events across the nation, and is now available online for home delivery. In 1978, Sam's son David Schweid took his family's long-withstanding heritage in the meat purveyor industry and founded Schweid & Sons, which focuses on ground beef and pork. Today that same passion, commitment, and work ethic are carried on through his two sons, Jamie and Brad, all dedicated to producing the best-tasting, highest-quality burger.
Located in Carlstadt, NJ, and College Park, GA, Schweid & Sons' mission is to bring "The Very Best Burger" to consumers by offering a range of high-quality ground beef blends and products, including custom blends, USDA Prime, All Natural, Wagyu, among others.
Culture: Schweid & Sons is committed to building and maintaining a best-in-class culture. Our core values consist of Trust, Respect, Integrity, Pride, and Passion and are lived by our incredible employees. All company members must understand the importance of our core values to Schweid & Sons.
Responsibilities:
Aid in efficiently managing three essential divisions of the procurement:
Weekly POs
New product sourcing
Monitoring Use of Raw Materials
Purchase raw materials daily for two facilities based on weekly demand
Management of supply issues by adequately defining the issue/event, defining crisis status, create and delivering valuable options for the organization to ensure customer compliance.
Ability to hold vendors accountable for performance. Over-communicating with the Ops & Sales teams regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting the distribution
Utilizes customer insights, industry trends, buying patterns, sales and commodities metrics, forecasting, and competitive landscape to partner across other functions
Create and modify raw material formulations based on multiple factors
Supports new projects for the business, engaging suppliers to help the team understand costs and formula implications. Ability to engage cross-functional partners when necessary
You are
Someone with a clear understanding of procurement sourcing best practices
A creative problem solver with a process improvement mindset
Adaptable and able to deal with stressful time sensitive situations in a calm and deliberate manner
Data-driven decision maker
Detail-oriented You possess strong organizational skills and consistently demonstrate a systematic approach to all your work
A self-starter who is highly motivated and passionate; you are eager to take on new projects
Agile You thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments and are willing to get deep into the weeds where needed
A strong communicator who can easily communicate complex solutions cross-functionally and to upper management
Results-driven who gets the job done.
Travel: The position may require travel to Harvesting Facilities, visiting both production facilities at a minimum quarterly, and potentially attending various trade shows.
KPI Metrics
Growing Sales Profitably
Own Protein Formulation P.L. by auditing savings opportunities through purchasing efficiencies based on the USDA market. Must have the foresight to adjust, modify or eliminate chances of not achieving the milestones.
Maintain a 100% supply of raw materials to produce the schedule of products weekly and daily, all while remaining cost-effective
Create an annual spend savings target % for the Procurement Dept. Identify pathways for the department to spend less on ingredients while obtaining +99% customer service levels and meeting budgeted goals by driving cost savings through a strategic sourcing plan
Digital Transformation buy-in - High-Performance Activities embedded into the Schweid & Sons Commitment: On Time, In Full.
Confirming data integrity for the company with absolute confidence in data accuracy. Creating confirming steps within the process to ensure accuracy while generating fail-safe auditing procedures as back-up
Lead collaborative strategies (multi-Dept efforts) around pricing, forecasting, and product available to sell by identifying what a "win" looks like - then measuring each win and repeat-the visibility for sales to be more self-sufficient and road access friendly. Be the Proactive Voice within Ops for Digital Strategy.
Utilize and improve our purchasing and forecasting technology tools to provide faster, actionable data to team members
Requirements:
Strong Food Industry Experience, having built successful relationships and partnerships with suppliers leveraging buying power on these critical attributes.
Rock-solid analytical and computer skills, preferably in implementing procurement functions with a central ERP system. Proficient in computer skills - Microsoft Office, Excel, ERP Software
Results-oriented and metrics-driven
Strong time management and organizational skills within an office environment (not a remote role)
Ability to effectively communicate will all levels of management
Strong technical skills and IT skills
Experience & Education:
Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably purchasing
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business or a related field
Procurement Specialist II
Buyer Job 25 miles from Monsey
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Qualifications
Position Summary:
The Service Specialist is responsible for providing tier service support to all inquiries related to Procure-to-Pay process areas (Requisition, PurchaseOrders, Procurement Channels, Contracts, Catalogues, Invoices,
Procurement Policy etc.). He/She is responsible to train end-users and perform ongoing document and procedures maintenance. He/She will assist with service center - related process implementations. The Specialist will manage the relationship with internal clients, suppliers and Finance.
He/She will ensure to deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met. He/She will ensure alignmentwith Procurement Category and Country Managers on Sourcing Strategy and Sourcing execution. He/She will contribute to the fulfillment of
team targets and KPIs and support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Requisition Approval and Denial
• PO Maintenance Activities
• Provide assisted buying services as needed
• Order follow up with Supplier (expediting)
• Direct requestor to correct buying channel to ensure policy/contract compliance
• Train end users on existing processes and familiarize them with content available in iProcurement
• Respond to inquiry received for all relevant P2P process areas
• Ticket Management
• Reporting and analyzing
• Recognize and communicates potential issues to Service Lead
• Contribute ideas and actions towards the continuous improvement of
service center - related processes within area of influence
• Identify potential problems and/or delays in processing correspondence and deliveries and notifies appropriate staff
• Stakeholder management
• Perform ad hoc activities associated with the role may be required
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Merchandising & Sourcing Specialist
Buyer Job 20 miles from Monsey
Join our Team as a Merchandising & Sourcing Specialist!
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Meat or Seafood
Travel Requirement: 10 - 30% depending on role.
Who We Are
At Grand BK, the procurement powerhouse behind H Mart, we're not just moving products-we're building connections through food. As the largest Korean logistics and distribution company on the East Coast, we bring top-quality meat, seafood, grains, and nuts to H Mart across the U.S., helping families and communities feel at home, no matter where they're from. We believe food is more than just sustenance-it's culture, comfort, and a way to bring people together.
If you come from an Asian heritage, we ensure you have everything you need to provide for your family and celebrate your traditions with pride. If you're new to Asian culture, we welcome you with open arms, sharing rich stories, customs, and warmth that enrich every step of your journey, both personally and professionally.
As we continue to expand, we're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and be part of this journey. If you're ready to grow with us and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role
The Merchandising & Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods at the best possible price and quality while ensuring appropriate lead times. This role involves managing vendor relationships, monitoring inventory, conducting market research, and optimizing cost and gross margins. The position also requires strong collaboration with internal teams and external partners to support efficient operations and business growth.
Purchasing & Vendor Management
Negotiate and procure products from suppliers, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and quantity.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, monitoring performance and compliance with contractual agreements.
Process purchase orders, verify invoices, and manage supplier communications.
Inventory & Cost Management
Maintain accurate inventory records, pricing data, and procurement systems.
Monitor and update cost structures to ensure profitability and efficiency.
Analyze gross profit trends and take corrective actions as needed.
Market Research & Data Analysis
Conduct industry research to identify trends, competitive offerings, and market opportunities.
Generate and analyze reports on sales, purchasing performance, and supplier efficiency.
Support decision-making processes by providing data-driven insights.
Operational & Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate with internal departments, including Supply Chain, Marketing, and Pricing, to streamline procurement and merchandising processes.
Assist stores with operational needs, including product availability and issue resolution.
Conduct quality audits and ensure adherence to company standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
Experience: 3+ years of experience in merchandising, sourcing, or supply chain roles. Experience in the food or wholesale industry is a plus.
Language: Bilingual Preferred (Korean and English)
Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), and SAP B1.
Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Why You'll Love It Here
At Grand BK, we don't just work-we thrive. Here's what makes our team special:
✅ Competitive Pay
✅ Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
✅ Company-Provided Life Insurance
✅ 401K Retirement Savings Plan
✅ Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
✅ Exclusive Access to Company Resorts
✅ Daily Lunch & Snacks
✅ Exciting Company Events - Ski trips, concerts, BBQ parties, year-end celebrations & more!
Come As You Are
At Grand BK, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply-including those who may not have had traditional access to opportunities in our industry. Everyone deserves a chance to shine!