Purchasing Coordinator

Ken’s Foods, LLC; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ken’s Foods Inc is seeking an Administrative Assistant level Purchasing Coordinator to support the Buyers and Operations team in securing goods and services while managing supplier relationships. The role also assists in inventory management, reverse logistics, and daily fulfillment to meet plant requirements.

The starting rate is $23.00/hour. As a valued member of our Procurement group, you will work cross-functionally to keep data accurate, assist with price changes, and track orders.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supports fulfillment of daily Plant requirements by running/reviewing reports (PO Confirmation, Exceptions, PO Late Delivery).
• Confirms critical Purchase Orders within 24 hours, escalating as needed.
• Coordinates/follow-ups on Collect/Backhaul loads with Logistics Department.

Skills

Procurement experience

Detail oriented

Team player

Self-starter

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Ken’s Foods is a family owned business that takes pride in its roots. Ken's Foods, Inc was incorporated in 1958, and currently has plant operations in Marlborough, Massachusetts, McDonough, Georgia, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Lebanon, Indiana. In addition, Ken's employs over 1000 employees nationally. To this day, Ken’s is still owned by the same family, as they continue their tradition of flavor obsession. Joining Ken’s Foods is becoming part of an enthusiastic team. Whether you’re in our state‑of‑the‑art facilities or in our corporate headquarters, you’ll enjoy a warm company culture and get all the tools you will need to succeed in your career.

SUMMARY

This role is an administrative assistant level position that supports our Buyers. The Purchasing Coordinator will work with the Purchasing Operations team and other cross functional business partners to secure goods (and services), while managing ongoing supplier relationships. The Purchasing Coordinator will also assist in managing warehouse inventories, reverse logistics, invoice discrepancies, and daily fulfillment to meet Plant requirements, as needed. All Ken’s Employees are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment. The starting rate for this position is $23.00/hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• 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)

Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre‑employment assessment.

Behaviors

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Self‑Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

High School or better.

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