Junior Procurement Specialist: Data-Driven in Manufacturing

Sabrosura Foods, LLC; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabrosura Foods, LLC is looking for an organized Entry Level Procurement Specialist in Monroe, WI. This is an early career opportunity and no prior procurement experience is required; we will train you on our purchasing processes and ERP systems.

The role involves using Excel, managing multiple priorities, communicating clearly, and following up to ensure materials are available for production. You will work with the Senior Buyer and operations teams across facilities in Wisconsin and

Qualifications

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant work experience will also be considered.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, inventory, logistics, supply chain, purchasing, or a related environment is helpful but not required.
• Experience using an ERP system such as SAP is a plus.
• Previous purchasing, supplier/vendor, ordering, or purchase order experience is a plus.
• Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Purchase routine materials, supplies, and services from approved suppliers using established pricing and procurement guidelines.
• Obtain supplier quotations and create, process, and maintain purchase orders within the ERP system.
• Review order confirmations and coordinate with suppliers regarding order acknowledgments, shipment status, delivery schedules, and purchasing inquiries.
• Assist in resolving purchase order, receiving, and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate supplier records, purchasing documentation, and procurement files.
• Prepare and maintain purchasing reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel and ERP data.
• Download, organize, and analyze purchasing data to identify trends, discrepancies, and follow-up needs.
• Support procurement projects and process improvements, including supplier transitions, packaging evaluations, product sample coordination, and other departmental initiatives.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the procurement team through spreadsheet management, reporting, documentation, and day-to-day procurement activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and other cross-functional teams to support procurement activities across Wisconsin and California facilities.
• Maintain confidentiality of supplier, pricing, and company information.
• Assume additional procurement responsibilities and purchasing authority as skills develop and business needs evolve.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management / Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP ERP

Power BI

Job description

Sabrosura Foods, LLC is looking for an organized Entry Level Procurement Specialist in Monroe, WI. This is an early career opportunity and no prior procurement experience is required; we will train you on our purchasing processes and ERP systems.

The role involves using Excel, managing multiple priorities, communicating clearly, and following up to ensure materials are available for production. You will work with the Senior Buyer and operations teams across facilities in Wisconsin and