Purchasing Supervisor

Staffmark Group; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

Staffmark Group is seeking an experienced Purchasing Supervisor in Belcamp, MD to lead the purchasing function, manage buying, forecasting, and supplier negotiations for a growing food manufacturing operation.

You will supervise a purchasing team, collaborate with production, R&D, and logistics, and help implement ERP upgrades while ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and cost targets.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Management, or related field.
• Strong negotiation, forecasting, and inventory planning skills.
• Experience with ERP/procurement software and Microsoft Office.
• Onsite in Belcamp, MD, five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and support purchasing staff and help develop the team as it grows.
• Lead the procurement of raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and indirect supplies for production.
• Review the pending production schedule to identify material needs and forecast demand.
• Monitor inventory levels so materials are ordered and delivered in line with production schedules.
• Build relationships with suppliers and source cost-effective, high-quality materials.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate with R&D and production to ensure materials meet specs.
• Track supplier lead times and supply risks to keep inventory cost-efficient.
• Resolve late deliveries, shortages, or quality issues with suppliers.
• Adjust procurement strategies based on trends and forecasts.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Ensure materials meet FDA/USDA standards and cost controls.
• Identify cost savings via negotiations and process improvements.
• Source and test new ingredients/packaging for new products.
• Support ERP transition and improve purchasing processes during change.
• Stay current on industry trends and commodity price changes.

Skills

Negotiation

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Management, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

BatchMaster

Aptean

Job description

Position Title

Purchasing Supervisor

Location

Belcamp, MD (Onsite)

Classification

Direct-Hire, Full-Time

Work Schedules

Monday through Friday, onsite, standard business hours

Summary

An established international food manufacturer with a production facility in Belcamp, Maryland is looking for an experienced Purchasing Supervisor to join its growing team. Business volume has increased, so the company is adding a purchasing professional who can lead the purchasing function and also handle buying, forecasting, and supplier negotiations hands-on.

The Purchasing Supervisor makes sure raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and other supplies are sourced efficiently for their food manufacturing operations. The role works closely with production, R&D, suppliers, and logistics partners to keep quality, cost, and on-time delivery at a high standard. It is a chance to help shape a growing purchasing team and to take part in the company's upcoming ERP system upgrade.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Supervise, train, and support purchasing staff, and help develop the team as it grows
• Lead the procurement of raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and indirect supplies needed for production
• Review the pending production schedule to identify material needs and forecast demand
• Monitor inventory levels so materials are ordered and delivered in line with production schedules
• Build strong relationships with current suppliers and find new sources for cost-effective, high-quality materials
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms with suppliers
• Work with R&D and production teams to make sure new ingredients and materials meet specifications
• Track supplier lead times and supply risks to keep inventory optimized and cost-effective
• Resolve late deliveries, shortages, damaged or incorrect shipments, and supplier quality issues
• Adjust procurement strategies based on market trends, production forecasts, and seasonal demand
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, delivery, and cost
• Make sure all materials meet company and regulatory standards, including FDA and USDA requirements
• Find cost savings through supplier negotiations, material substitution, and process improvements
• Source and test new ingredients and packaging for new product development and production scale-up
• Support the transition to a new ERP system and help improve purchasing processes during the change
• Stay current on industry trends, commodity price changes, and new technologies

Qualifications

Required

• 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Management, or a related field
• Strong skills in negotiation, demand forecasting, and inventory planning
• Proficiency with ERP or procurement software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions based on data
• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on quality control and cost management
• Able to work onsite in Belcamp, MD, five days a week

Preferred

• Supervisory or team lead experience in a purchasing function
• Experience in food or beverage manufacturing
• Working knowledge of FDA, USDA, and HACCP regulations
• Experience managing commodity and seasonal price changes
• Experience with process-manufacturing ERP systems such as BatchMaster or Aptean
• Experience supporting an ERP implementation or system migration

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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