Strategic Purchasing Manager, Food Processing

FPL Food LLC; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FPL Food LLC in Thomasville, GA is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities to ensure reliable, cost-effective supply of materials, ingredients, packaging, and services. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance to meet quality, safety, and delivery standards.

Analyze market trends, forecast demand, and collaborate with production, quality, finance, and logistics teams while keeping accurate purchasing records and driving continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required or preferred.
• Experience in purchasing or procurement is required.
• ERP systems and MS Office proficiency expected.
• Food industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders and manage procurement documentation.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance to meet quality, safety, and delivery standards.
• Collaborate with production, quality, finance, and logistics teams to ensure uninterrupted supply.

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Inventory management

Demand forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Word

Job description

FPL Food LLC in Thomasville, GA is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities to ensure reliable, cost-effective supply of materials, ingredients, packaging, and services. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance to meet quality, safety, and delivery standards.

Analyze market trends, forecast demand, and collaborate with production, quality, finance, and logistics teams while keeping accurate purchasing records and driving continuous