Procurement Coordinator: Make an Impact in Supply Chain

Ken’s Foods, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ken's Foods, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support our Buyers and the Purchasing Operations team. This role manages supplier relationships, secures goods and services, and assists with warehouse inventories and daily fulfillment to meet plant requirements.

The ideal candidate has a high school degree (bachelors preferred), and at least one year in procurement or supply chain. Proficiency in MS Office is required; Syspro experience is a plus, with eligibility for drug/background

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Four-year degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year Procurement or Supply Chain Management experience preferred.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Syspro experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports fulfillment of daily Plant requirements by running/reviewing various reports, including but not limited to PO Confirmation, Exceptions, PO Late Delivery.
• Confirms critical Purchase Orders within 24 hours, escalating to Operations Buyer with changes or concerns.
• Coordinates/Follow-ups on all Collect/Backhaul loads with Logistics Department, as directed.
• Tracks and expedites materials; communicating to Operations Buyer with any known material shortages.
• Tracks and manages changes to orders and escalates to Operations Buyer/Plant, as needed.
• Update price changes monthly/quarterly by the effective date for both the Master Data and any Open POs.
• Support interplant material transfers; following up to ensure material transfers are executed as planned.
• Make inventory adjustments, as directed/needed.

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Four year degree in related field preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Syspro

Job description

Ken's Foods, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support our Buyers and the Purchasing Operations team. This role manages supplier relationships, secures goods and services, and assists with warehouse inventories and daily fulfillment to meet plant requirements.

The ideal candidate has a high school degree (bachelors preferred), and at least one year in procurement or supply chain. Proficiency in MS Office is required; Syspro experience is a plus, with eligibility for drug/background