Component Purchasing Manager

Natural Organics Inc; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Discounted vitamins and supplements

State-of-the-art relaxation room

Ice Cream Fridays

Job summary

Natural Organics Inc. in Melville, NY is seeking a Component Purchasing Manager to lead supplier relationships, manage purchase orders, and optimize packaging materials across internal facilities and contract manufacturers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of purchasing experience, strong Excel skills, and working knowledge of SAP; college degree preferred. Join a team focused on quality, cost savings, and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred.
• 5+ years of purchasing experience required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Print experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships to ensure reliable supply, competitive pricing, and exceptional service levels.
• Analyze market trends, industry dynamics and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Oversee inventory levels of finished goods and components at internal facilities and contract manufacturing locations; collaborate with Operations and Logistics to optimize inventory management.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Marketing, Graphics, Operations and other departments to align purchasing activities with organizational objectives and product requirements.
• Source and procure packaging materials, including labels, shrink sleeves, pouches, cartons and sample pack components.
• Create, issue and manage purchase orders while monitoring order status and ensuring on-time supplier deliveries.
• Issue and analyze RFQs to ensure products meet specifications while achieving competitive pricing.
• Track, document and report purchasing cost reductions, process efficiencies and annualized savings achieved through strategic sourcing.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Print experience

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Join our Natural Organics Inc / NaturesPlus Family!

For more than 50 years, Natural Organics Inc. headquartered in Melville, NY has been the gold standard in natural vitamins and supplements. Marketing our products under the Natures Plus brand, we are committed to producing the finest, most effective formulations available. Our employees embody the true spirit of our Natures Plus brand.

We have one goal...bringing you high-quality products with the guaranteed potency you deserve!

We are currently seeking a Component Purchasing Manager to join our Purchasing Team!

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and maintain strong relationship to ensure reliable supply, competitive pricing, and exceptional service levels.
• Analyze market trends, industry dynamics and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Oversee inventory levels of finished goods and components at both internal facilities and contract manufacturing locations, working closely with Operations and Logistics teams to optimize inventory management.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Marketing, Graphics, Operations and other departments to align purchasing activities with organizational objectives and product requirements.
• Source and procure packaging materials, including labels, shrink sleeves, pouches, cartons and sample pack components.
• Create, issue and manage purchase orders while proactively monitoring order status and ensuring on-time supplier deliveries.
• Issue and analyze RFQs to ensure products meet specifications while achieving the most competitive pricing.
• Track, document and report purchasing cost reductions, process efficiencies and annualized savings achieved through strategic sourcing efforts.
• Enter and maintain accurate component specifications in SAP.

Qualifications:

• College degree preferred
• 5+ years of purchasing experience required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of SAP required
• Attention to details and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Print experience a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Aflac, Short-and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off days and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Discounted vitamins and supplements
• State-of-the-art relaxation room
• Ice Cream Fridays