Buyer

Roha; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ROHA is hiring a Buyer based in St. Louis to source and procure food coloring ingredients, negotiate supplier terms, and manage the full purchasing lifecycle using SAP and related systems. The role requires collaborating with R&D, QA, Production, and Sales to ensure quality and timely delivery.

You will monitor inventory, optimize stock levels, and work to minimize waste while improving cost effectiveness across the supply chain. The ideal candidate will be based in St.

Qualifications

• Source and procure food coloring ingredients meeting production needs.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing for favorable terms and cost savings.
• Manage full purchasing lifecycle from requisition to PO and delivery tracking.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and assess risks and opportunities in food color market.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA, Production, and Sales to understand ingredient needs and specs.
• Monitor inventory levels and minimize waste by managing lead times and shelf life.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure food coloring ingredients to meet production requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers for favorable terms and cost savings.
• Manage purchasing lifecycle from requisition to PO and delivery tracking (SAP).
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and assess market risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA, Production, and Sales to understand needs and specs.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock and shelf life.

Job description

From one small office in India in 1972 to a leading Multinational Company, engaged in Manufacture and Marketing of colors and food ingredients, ROHA today has offices in 22 countries, 14 technical application labs in many time zones globally. Manufacturing facilities are spread out across 14 countries: US, UK, Spain, Italy, India, South Africa, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Egypt, Brazil, Mexico & Australia. ROHA's products are marketed in more than 130 countries. Its portfolio includes natural extracts (oleoresins, juices and concentrates), an exclusive range of synthetic colors for the cosmetics and household goods industries, industrial colors, and animal feed additives.

We are hiring Buyer

Candidates must be based St. Louis

5 days Working

Reporting to Purchasing Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Source and procure food coloring ingredients to meet production requirements and company objectives.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to achieve favorable terms and cost savings, focusing on quality, reliability, and delivery.
• Manage the complete purchasing lifecycle, from requisition to purchase order generation and delivery tracking, utilizing SAP and other relevant systems.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, analyze industry trends, and assess potential risks and opportunities within the food color market.
• Collaborate effectively with R&D, Quality Assurance, Production, and Sales teams to understand ingredient needs, quality specifications, and market demands.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize stock and minimize waste, including managing lead times and shelf life of materials.
• Resolve issues related to product quality, delivery, and invoice discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and cost data within the company's systems.
• Contribute to process improvements and standardization within the purchasing and delivery systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.