Strategic Purchasing & Sourcing Specialist

Red Gold; Elwood (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premiums as low as $20.89/week

Parental leave time off

Disability benefits

401(k) matching up to 7%

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Red Gold is seeking a procurement professional in Indiana to manage vendor relations, purchasing, and negotiations. The role covers sourcing, planning, and coordinating cost data, P.O.s, and invoices to support manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities include product launches, packaging revisions, and material forecasting, with exposure to audits, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration across Sales and Plants. Strong math, communication, and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Accounting, Business or related field.
• 3 years purchasing experience if degreed; 5 years if no degree.
• Accounting experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Vendor relations and negotiations to secure favorable terms.
• Purchasing, sourcing, and co-pack responsibilities.
• Planning, forecasting materials needs, and material release.
• Maintain cost data, P.O.s, and invoice accuracy.
• Assist in product launches, packaging revisions, and labeling reviews.
• Internal and external reporting and cross-functional communication.
• Support audits, compliance, and supplier performance.
• Special projects and new material trials.

Skills

Computer proficient

Good Math Skills

Excellent communication

Detail oriented

Strong work ethic

Analytical

High energy level

Education

4-year degree in Economics or Accounting or Business

Job description

Red Gold is seeking a procurement professional in Indiana to manage vendor relations, purchasing, and negotiations. The role covers sourcing, planning, and coordinating cost data, P.O.s, and invoices to support manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities include product launches, packaging revisions, and material forecasting, with exposure to audits, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration across Sales and Plants. Strong math, communication, and analytical skills are essential.