Strategic Purchasing Lead for Meat & Packaging Materials

Catelli Brothers Family of Foods; Collingswood (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Catelli Brothers Family of Foods seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead the purchasing function for dry goods, packaging, trays, films, labels, and related supplies essential to meat production. You will drive timely, cost-effective procurement while ensuring compliance with food-safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in purchasing/procurement in meat or food manufacturing, with strong negotiation, supplier management, and ERP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in supply chain or related field.
• 5+ years purchasing experience, preferably in meat/food manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills.
• Proficient with Excel and ERP/purchasing systems.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee purchasing activities, raw materials, packaging, and supplies.
• Develop procurement strategies balancing cost, quality, availability, inventory, and supply continuity.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, contracts, pricing, and performance.
• Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, availability, and supply-chain risks.
• Collaborate with Production, Operations, Sales, Quality, Finance, and senior leadership to meet business needs.
• Lead and develop the purchasing team while improving processes, controls, and purchasing efficiency.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative sources to strengthen supply continuity.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Inventory management

Cost analysis

leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Procurement, Business, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP/purchasing systems

Job description

Catelli Brothers Family of Foods seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead the purchasing function for dry goods, packaging, trays, films, labels, and related supplies essential to meat production. You will drive timely, cost-effective procurement while ensuring compliance with food-safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in purchasing/procurement in meat or food manufacturing, with strong negotiation, supplier management, and ERP proficiency.