Buyer, Equipment Parts

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage maintenance parts purchasing and inventory across the facility. The role emphasizes accurate stock levels, bid evaluation, and cost optimization to ensure timely, quality supplies for plant operations.

The position requires 2+ years in a manufacturing setting, strong vendor communication, and basic PC skills; background in USDA standards is a plus. This is an on-site role at our facility.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; two years of college or related experience preferred.
• Two+ years in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with vendor bidding and price/cost analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in basic computer tools and pricing/bidding processes.

Responsibilities

• Assists Purchasing Agent in overseeing daily purchasing operations for maintenance parts.
• Maintains accurate inventory records and performs required counts.
• Obtains competitive bids and coordinates with General Office purchasing.
• Maintains an orderly warehouse and ensures USDA-standard compliance.
• Issues parts, reconciles PO receipts, and supports leadership with safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vendor bidding

Inventory management

Bid analysis

Communication skills

Cost analysis

Education

High school graduate

Two years junior college or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the purchasing function for all maintenance repair and replacement parts; responsible for maintaining correct inventory levels and accountability for stocked maintenance repair parts at assigned location.

Job Summary

Responsible for the purchasing function for all maintenance repair and replacement parts; responsible for maintaining correct inventory levels and accountability for stocked maintenance repair parts at assigned location.

Maximizes the profitability of the division and the company in the maintenance parts area by obtaining competitive bidding for all maintenance parts and materials allowing for top quality items at the best possible price and for favorable delivery and service schedules.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists Purchasing Agent in overseeing the daily operations of the purchasing department including schedules, assignments, staffing, labor utilization, cost, etc.
• Maintains accurate and current inventory records of all maintenance supply and repair parts and physically inventories required items as required.
• Obtains competitive bidding on item requisitioned to ensure the highest quality at the best possible price and favorable delivery and service agreements. Coordinates with purchasing department at the General Office.
• Maintains warehouse in an orderly manner and acceptable to USDA standards.
• Issues parts and supplies as requested, maintaining accurate accountability an efficient and cooperative atmosphere.
• Reconciles purchase orders with incoming supplies to ensure that the company is in receipt of all goods requisitioned.
• Provides leadership, training and encouragement in an atmosphere of safety consciousness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Reports to Purchasing Agent who provides general supervision and policy guidance concerning the scope of assigned work as well as specific assignments.
• Communicates daily with Maintenance Manager and supervisor’s plant regarding maintenance parts and other supplies.
• Interacts with accounting department regarding purchasing procedure, inventories and costs.
• Communicates with vendors and salespersons regarding bids, pricing, costs, quality, delivery, repairs and replacement.
• Identifies with the values, philosophy and mission of Sanderson Farms, Inc.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of use of personal computer, typewriter, calculator, etc.
• Good analytical ability. Skilled at analyzing bids/pricing.

Education

High school graduate, two years junior college or equivalent experience.

Experience

Two or more years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment atmosphere.

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment. Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting, or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Wayne-Sanderson does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.