Purchasing Inventory Control Supervisor Sr

GSF External Careers; California; In loco; USD 90.000 - 101.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career Growth and Development Opportun

Descrizione del lavoro

Golden State Foods is seeking a Senior Purchasing & Inventory Control Supervisor in California to oversee material availability, optimize inventory, and strengthen supplier partnerships within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will lead a small team, manage purchasing and expediting, and collaborate across functions to drive efficiency, service, and continuous improvement in inventory operations.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7–10 years of purchasing/inventory control experience in manufacturing.
• Leadership/supervisory experience with team development.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, purchasing, supplier management, and distribution operations.
• Experience with inventory control systems and Excel.
• Familiarity with OSHA, HACCP, AIB, DOT regulations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.

Mansioni

• Lead daily purchasing and inventory control activities to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Supervise and develop a team, ensuring productivity and compliance with standards.
• Process and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and operational needs.
• Build relationships with suppliers, negotiate solutions, resolve pricing, delivery, shortages, or quality issues.
• Monitor inventory performance and identify opportunities to improve service levels, efficiency, and cost control.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and operational goals.
• Ensure adherence to inventory control procedures, safety requirements, and sanitation standards.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Relationship building

Excel proficiency

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Strumenti

Inventory control systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

Senior Purchasing & Inventory Control Supervisor

About the Role

Are you a strategic supply chain professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? As a Senior Purchasing & Inventory Control Supervisor, you'll play a key role in ensuring materials are available when needed, inventory levels remain optimized, and vendor relationships support operational excellence. You'll lead a small team while partnering cross-functionally to drive efficiency, service, and continuous improvement across purchasing and inventory operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily purchasing and inventory control activities to maintain optimal inventory levels and support production needs.
• Supervise and develop a team while ensuring productivity, accuracy, and compliance with company standards.
• Process and expedite purchase orders to ensure materials arrive on time and operational requirements are met.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate solutions, and resolve issues involving pricing, delivery, shortages, or quality concerns.
• Monitor inventory performance and identify opportunities to improve service levels, efficiency, and cost control.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support continuous improvement initiatives, customer service objectives, and operational goals.
• Ensure adherence to inventory control procedures, safety requirements, and sanitation standards.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Materials Management, Business, Accounting, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in purchasing, inventory control, transportation, logistics, or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience with a proven ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, purchasing processes, supplier management, and distribution operations.
• Experience working with inventory control systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and standards, including OSHA, HACCP, AIB, and DOT requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.

The Schedule & Setting

• Full-time leadership position.
• Manufacturing and distribution environment.
• Regular interaction with suppliers, warehouse operations, production teams, and cross-functional business partners.
• On-site role supporting inventory, purchasing, and operational activities.

Pay & Benefits

Compensation: $90,000/yr - $101,000/yr

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:

• People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.

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