Strategic Purchasing Lead: Cost Savings & Suppliers

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Flowood, MS is seeking a procurement professional to oversee general procurement, purchasing strategies, and supplier relationships. Responsibilities include contract negotiation, supplier approvals, and inventory control across plant operations.

The role requires 3-5 years in purchasing within a production environment, with an Associate degree as a minimum and APICS certification preferred. Strong ERP/MRP experience and cost-saving initiatives are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• 3-5 years relevant purchasing experience in a similar production environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Material Management, Logistics Management, Supply Chain or related field from an accredited institution.
• APICS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier purchase order maintenance and support maintenance initiatives.
• Analyze current plant purchasing by product type and develop strategies to reduce costs.
• Negotiate supplier contracts to achieve optimum product costs.
• Work with scheduling or accounting to ensure product cost goals are achieved.
• Supervise and train support staff and develop SOPs.

Skills

Supplier contracts

ERP/MRP systems

Cost reduction

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

APICS certification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Lotus SmartSuite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Flowood, MS is seeking a procurement professional to oversee general procurement, purchasing strategies, and supplier relationships. Responsibilities include contract negotiation, supplier approvals, and inventory control across plant operations.

The role requires 3-5 years in purchasing within a production environment, with an Associate degree as a minimum and APICS certification preferred. Strong ERP/MRP experience and cost-saving initiatives are essential.