Packaging & Purchasing Lead — Inventory & Operations

JBS Imports; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Foods in Grand Island, Nebraska is seeking a Purchasing & Packaging Supervisor to oversee all purchasing and packaging operations within the facility. You will manage procurement of industrial equipment, utilities, and packaging materials, maintain accurate inventory, monitor stock movements, and ensure timely delivery of materials.

You will lead a team, develop procedures, analyze data to identify trends, and collaborate with multiple departments to support efficient plant operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with purchasing or inventory management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with inventory or purchasing management systems
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Effective leadership and team-motivation skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement of industrial equipment, utilities, and packaging materials
• Negotiate pricing and lead times with suppliers
• Forecast demand and determine purchasing needs with internal teams
• Monitor stock movement and maintain accurate records
• Lead and supervise purchasing and packaging personnel
• Generate inventory and cost reports to identify improvement opportunities
• Ensure adherence to policies and maintain proper documentation

Skills

Purchasing management

Inventory control

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Team motivation

Supply chain knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

JBS Foods in Grand Island, Nebraska is seeking a Purchasing & Packaging Supervisor to oversee all purchasing and packaging operations within the facility. You will manage procurement of industrial equipment, utilities, and packaging materials, maintain accurate inventory, monitor stock movements, and ensure timely delivery of materials.

You will lead a team, develop procedures, analyze data to identify trends, and collaborate with multiple departments to support efficient plant operations.