Procurement Associate

Roskam Baking Company, LLC; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Roskam Foods in Kentwood, MI seeks a Procurement Associate to support supplier onboarding, data integrity, and purchase-order activity in a fast-paced environment. You will help onboard new items into ERP systems, assign material numbers, and maintain master data for accurate commercialization.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–4 years in purchasing or admin support, with strong Excel/Outlook skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
• 1–4 years of purchasing/administrative experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate supplier onboarding and ensure records are complete and compliant.
• Onboard new items into procurement and ERP systems, including pricing, specs, and master data.
• Assign material numbers per naming conventions and data standards.
• Create and track purchase orders for projects, capex, and operations, aligned with budgets and timelines.
• Collect and maintain supplier/product information for reporting, diversity, origin, spend, and compliance metrics.
• Support sourcing events by gathering quotations and coordinating supplier communications.
• Maintain supplier agreements and document retention; update procurement policies as needed.
• Collaborate with Procurement Specialists and cross-functional teams to support sourcing initiatives and business objectives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Outlook

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/JD Edwards)

Job description

Procurement Associate# Careers## Procurement AssociateApply: Kentwood, MI: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R-103183**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.