Senior Buyer

TLCH FOODS INC; Westampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Batchline Solutions in Westampton, NJ is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage day-to-day purchasing of ingredients, packaging, and other production materials across multiple facilities. You will coordinate with Finance, Planning, Operations, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and optimum inventory.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a related field and 4–6 years of food manufacturing purchasing experience, strong Excel and Navision skills, and the ability to negotiate costs while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• 4–6 years of purchasing or buying experience in food manufacturing, CPG, or meal kit production.
• Experience purchasing ingredients, packaging, proteins, produce, or manufacturing supplies.

Responsibilities

• Purchase ingredients, packaging, proteins, produce, and indirect materials to support manufacturing operations.
• Manage daily purchasing activities for multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders through ERP/MRP system such as Navision.
• Monitor purchase orders from placement through delivery and resolve supply disruptions.
• Ensure materials arrive on time to meet production schedules.
• Review demand forecasts and adjust purchasing plans accordingly.
• Expedite critical orders when necessary to minimize production downtime.
• Maintain strong working relationships with approved suppliers.
• Negotiate routine purchases within established guidelines.
• Escalate supplier performance concerns and work with Procurement leadership to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding shortages, substitutions, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish materials based on forecasted demand.
• Balance inventory investment while preventing stockouts.
• Identify excess, obsolete, or slow-moving inventory.
• Support cycle counts and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Coordinate with Warehouse receiving teams to ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Identify opportunities for cost reductions through supplier negotiations and purchasing efficiencies.
• Review pricing changes and communicate cost impacts to Procurement leadership.
• Maintain accurate supplier pricing and item master data.
• Update lead times and purchasing parameters in ERP.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procurement policies.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Inventory control

Forecasting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Navision

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Join our innovative team at Batchline Solutions where we are committed to help more food brands redefine the dining experience for their customers by blending creativity, practicality, and smart solutions. Our team of culinary experts includes award-winning chefs, presidents of iconic food brands, and over 70 years of combined business, operations, and technology experience—not to mention, an unwavering passion for food.We are currently seeking dedicated and experienced individuals to fill the Senior Buyer Position at our food manufacturing facility located at 90 Stemmers Lane, Westampton, NJ 08060. The Senior Buyer is responsible for executing the day-to-day procurement of ingredients, packaging materials, proteins, produce, indirect supplies, and other production-related goods required to support meal kit and tray manufacturing across East and West Coast facilities. This role ensures timely material availability to meet production schedules for both Business-to-Business (B2B) and Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) operations while maintaining optimal inventory levels, supplier performance, and cost efficiency.The Senior Buyer works closely with Finance, Planning, Operations, Quality Assurance, Warehouse, Logistics, and suppliers to ensure uninterrupted supply while supporting company growth and customer satisfaction.What will you be doing:Purchase ingredients, proteins, produce, packaging, consumables, and indirect materials to support manufacturing operations.Manage daily purchasing activities for multiple manufacturing facilities.Create, issue, and manage purchase orders through the ERP/MRP system such as NavisionMonitor purchase orders from placement through delivery and resolve supply disruptions.Ensure materials arrive on time to meet production schedules.Review demand forecasts and adjust purchasing plans accordingly.Expedite critical orders when necessary to minimize production downtime.Maintain strong working relationships with approved suppliers.Obtain competitive pricing and negotiate routine purchases within established guidelines.Escalate supplier performance concerns and work with Procurement leadership to resolve issues.Coordinate with suppliers regarding shortages, substitutions, and delivery schedules.Monitor inventory levels and replenish materials based on forecasted demand.Balance inventory investment while preventing stockouts.Identify excess, obsolete, or slow-moving inventory.Recommend inventory optimization opportunities.Support cycle counts and inventory reconciliation activities.Coordinate with Warehouse receiving teams to ensure timely receipt of materials.Identify opportunities for cost reductions through supplier negotiations and purchasing efficiencies.Review pricing changes and communicate cost impacts to Procurement leadership.Maintain accurate supplier pricing and item master data.Update lead times and purchasing parameters in ERPEnsure purchasing activities comply with company procurement policies.Support compliance with FDA, USDA, FSMA, GMP, HACCP, SQF/BRC, and customer standards.Ability to travel 20-30% as business needs require.Regular travel between East and West Coast manufacturing facilities to support procurement activities, supplier management, production needs, and cross-functional projects.Occasional travel to supplier locations, industry trade shows, and business meetings.Ability to work in-person from either locations is requiredWho you are and why you're right for us:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field preferred.Minimum 4–6 years of purchasing or buying experience in food manufacturing, CPG, or meal kit production.Experience purchasing ingredients, packaging, proteins, produce, or manufacturing supplies.Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities preferred.Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as NavisionAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills.Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Why Join Us:Medical, Dental, Vision and Life InsuranceHSA and FSA account optionsEmployee assistance programEmployee discount401(K) with a matchPaid Holiday and additional 2 Floating HolidaysPaid time off (PTO)Access to our weekly internal Farmer's Market, where you can take home free quality produce and pantry items.