Procurement Specialist — Strategic Sourcing & Inventory Optimization

L.H. Hayward; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

L.H. Hayward is seeking a Purchasing professional to source and procure materials for Gulf Coast Blenders and D’Agostino Pasta. You will lead supplier selection, negotiate terms, and manage inventory to support production and ecommerce operations.

Key responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, maintaining ERP supplier records, and ensuring on-time delivery while controlling costs. This is an on-site role with standard business hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing or procurement in manufacturing or supply chain.
• Strong contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Familiarity with inventory control processes and MRP systems.
• Knowledge of logistics operations and supply chain principles.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize quality, availability, and cost.
• Identify new suppliers and coordinate sample approvals with R&D Chef.
• Negotiate quotes, terms, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery.
• Lead purchasing for ingredients, packaging, and ecommerce fulfilment.
• Initiate POs, maintain records, update ERP supplier data.
• Verify received stock quality and handle exchanges with manufacturers.
• Optimize inventory levels for fulfillment and cash flow.
• Perform periodic inventory reconciliations and drive process improvements.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Purchasing

Vendor management

Supply chain

Inventory control

Logistics

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

L.H. Hayward is seeking a Purchasing professional to source and procure materials for Gulf Coast Blenders and D’Agostino Pasta. You will lead supplier selection, negotiate terms, and manage inventory to support production and ecommerce operations.

Key responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, maintaining ERP supplier records, and ensuring on-time delivery while controlling costs. This is an on-site role with standard business hours.