Strategic Purchasing Manager - Cost Savings & Suppliers

Wayne Farms LLC; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Flowood, MS seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement, implement purchasing strategies, and manage supplier relationships across plant operations. You will supervise 3–5 staff and partner with plant management, accounting, and maintenance to hit cost goals.

Responsibilities include PO maintenance, contract negotiations, inventory control, 5S, and ensuring production scheduling aligns with cost targets.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field required.
• 3–5 years purchasing experience in a similar production environment.
• Bachelor's degree and APICS certification preferred.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier purchase order maintenance.
• Develop strategies to reduce costs.
• Negotiate supplier contracts.
• Coordinate with scheduling, accounting, and management to hit cost goals.
• Supervise and train staff.
• Maintain 5S program and inventory control.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

Cost reduction

Inventory control

5S program

Leadership

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Production scheduling

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree (desirable)

Tools

Lotus SmartSuite

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Flowood, MS seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement, implement purchasing strategies, and manage supplier relationships across plant operations. You will supervise 3–5 staff and partner with plant management, accounting, and maintenance to hit cost goals.

Responsibilities include PO maintenance, contract negotiations, inventory control, 5S, and ensuring production scheduling aligns with cost targets.