Strategic Procurement Buyer – Indirect & Direct (Food)

Haribo

Pleasant Prairie (WI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

HARIBO of America, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Buyer to join our on-site team in Pleasant Prairie, WI. You will manage end-to-end procurement for indirect and direct categories, draft and negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings across factory and corporate functions. Travel to Rosemont, IL may be required.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in procurement, experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder), and strong Excel and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
2+ years in procurement and buying roles including vendor sourcing, cost analysis, market analysis, and negotiating terms.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder or similar.

Responsibilities

Manage the entire contract lifecycle for procurement and purchasing for the assigned area, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating terms and prices, and executing final contracts.
Source and purchase for both Indirect and Direct procurement as part of the Procurement and Supply Chain teams.
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing for Indirect (services, office equipment, software, supplies) and Direct (raw materials, packaging, and manufacturing equipment) for HARIBO of America.
Perform cost-benefit analysis and identify opportunities for savings.
Optimize supplier relationships and ensure proper lead-times to meet business needs.
Conduct day-to-day purchasing for multiple departments across HARIBO of America.