Procurement Associate

Roskam-Foods-1; Kentwood (MI); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Résumé du poste

Roskam Foods in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Procurement professional to streamline supplier onboarding, item master data, and PO administration. You will work with ERP systems to ensure data readiness for commercialization and support sourcing activities across projects and budgets.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and adherence to procurement policies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 1–4 years in purchasing or administrative support.
• Proficiency in Excel and Outlook, strong data accuracy.

Responsabilités

• Onboard suppliers and ensure records meet compliance.
• Onboard new items into procurement and ERP with data readiness.
• Create and track purchase orders for projects, capital expenditures and operational needs.
• Collect supplier/product data for reporting, spend analysis, and compliance metrics.
• Collaborate with procurement to source quotations and maintain documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement workflows and data quality.
• Maintain supplier agreements and document retention.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/JD Edwards)

Description du poste

Position Description and Purpose:Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.Key Essential Functions/Duties:Facilitate supplier onboarding and ensure required records are complete and accurate and within compliance standards.Facilitate accurate and timely onboarding of new items into procurement and ERP systems, including collecting pricing, specifications, and master data requirements to ensure data integrity and readiness for commercialization.Assign material numbers in accordance with company naming conventions and data standards.Manage the creation and tracking of purchase orders for projects, capital expenditures, and operational needs, ensuring alignment with budgets, timelines and procurement policies.Collect, maintain, and analyze supplier and product information for reporting purposes. This can include supplier diversity, country of origin, spend analysis, and compliance metrics.Work with the procurement team on sourcing events by gathering quotations, coordinating supplier communications, and maintaining sourcing documentation.Identify and facilitate actions related to opportunities to improve procurement workflows, data quality, and operational efficiency.Maintain and update the administrative management of supplier agreements, including document retention and record maintenance.Collaborate with Procurement Specialists and cross-functional teams to support sourcing initiatives and business objectives.Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications (required):Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.1-4 years of experience in purchasing, administrative support, or related field.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.Preferred Skills:Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards).Experience with food manufacturing.Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer—from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer.