Buyer
Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Accomac
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company
heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. With a
goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we
create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice
customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are
raised for food.SummaryThe Buyer is responsible for purchasing
indirect (MRO) goods and services for multiple assigned facilities,
which involves routine supplier contact and standard information
exchange. Use strong technical skills and purchasing experience to
provide guidance regarding purchasing processes. Control key
aspects of procurement transactions including requisitions,
purchase orders, order placement, tracking, and invoicing. Ensure
compliance with existing purchasing contracts. Coordinate with
Regional Managers regarding supplier branch issues.Principal and
Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesRequisitions - Receive and
review requisitions from supported departments for indirect or
fleet MRO parts, supplies, & services.Supplier Management
Work with vendor base, customers, Accounts Payable and Sourcing
Group to solve issues regarding transactions and invoice
payment.Purchase orders
Create purchase orders for inventoried and non-inventoried indirect
or fleet items in support of all assigned cost centers. Follow-up
to expedite deliveries.E-Procurement
Facilitate e-procurement transactions within multiple assigned
complexes.Blocked invoices and backorders
Team with receivers and Accounts Payable to minimize blocked
purchase orders.Purchasing cards & ghost accounts
Control spend in assigned purchasing card & ghost accounts to
ensure accuracy and efficiency.Minimum EducationHigh School Diploma
(w/ additional training on E-Procurement, purchasing systems,
vendor management, and MS Office). Experience RequirementsComputer
software (automated purchasing systems such as Maximo, EAM, and/or
SAP, MS Office, Paper-wise), scanners, printers, copiers, fax
machine, multi-line telephone, and calculator.CPM or CPSM
certification desirable.
Experience Preferred3 to 5Years (2 to 3 years with
degree)Environmental Factors and Physical RequirementsWork 8 hours
per day in climate-controlled office environment. Ability to move
to other area facilities as required. Lift and move boxes up to 25
lbs. Perdue Farms, Inc. 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 protected veteran status.
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