Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Manager

FPL FOOD, LLC; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FPL Food, LLC seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement and inventory management at the Augusta facility. You will forecast needs, manage supplier relations, and ensure materials are available at the best total cost without disrupting production.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems and Excel. It offers a comprehensive environment focused on safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum five years purchasing and inventory-management experience.
• Two years supervisory or team-lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement, inventory management and forecasting plant-wide.
• Ensure materials and supplies are available at best total cost.
• Develop suppliers and manage cycles, lead times and prices.
• Maintain inventory controls, accurate data and audits.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure uninterrupted production.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

ERP software

Job description

FPL Food, LLC seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement and inventory management at the Augusta facility. You will forecast needs, manage supplier relations, and ensure materials are available at the best total cost without disrupting production.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems and Excel. It offers a comprehensive environment focused on safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.