Strategic Procurement Specialist for Complex Purchasing

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms seeks a Purchasing Specialist to support the Purchasing Manager with procurement programs, supplier relationships, and contract management at our Flowood complex. You will help implement purchasing strategies, manage supplier performance, and negotiate terms to achieve best pricing while ensuring compliance with company policies.

In this role, you will assist with material and service purchases, oversee inventory control, support ERP/MRP processes, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years' purchasing experience in a production environment.
• Proven supplier contract negotiation and implementation experience.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Purchasing Manager, Plant Management and Product Management to reduce redundancy and manage inventory.
• Develop relationships with key suppliers and negotiate favorable contracts for best pricing.
• Assist with cost-saving objectives by managing bids, quotes, pricing and contracts.
• Support purchasing standard operating procedures.
• Assist with Complex purchase order maintenance and initiatives.
• Ensure reporting is accurately completed and recorded as required.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Communication (oral & written)

Inventory control

Education

Associates' degree in Purchasing or related field

APICS certification preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Lotus SmartSuite

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms seeks a Purchasing Specialist to support the Purchasing Manager with procurement programs, supplier relationships, and contract management at our Flowood complex. You will help implement purchasing strategies, manage supplier performance, and negotiate terms to achieve best pricing while ensuring compliance with company policies.

In this role, you will assist with material and service purchases, oversee inventory control, support ERP/MRP processes, and contribute to