Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing Specialist

The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd.; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd. is seeking a Sourcing + Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Downers Grove, IL. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you will source raw materials, ingredients, and supplies to align with our mission of delivering better-for-you foods.

We value meticulous material management, vendor relations, and strategic sourcing to ensure quality and regulatory compliance across our products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.
• 3+ years purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably in food and beverage.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficient in Google and MS Office.
• English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Create and issue purchase orders and transfer orders to support production and operations.
• Forecast shortages and keep management informed of supply trends.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for ingredients and packaging.
• Maintain records of purchase orders, supplier agreements, and inventory.
• Analyze purchasing data to uncover cost savings and process improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and marketing on material availability.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional

English fluency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

ERP software

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd. is seeking a Sourcing + Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Downers Grove, IL. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you will source raw materials, ingredients, and supplies to align with our mission of delivering better-for-you foods.

We value meticulous material management, vendor relations, and strategic sourcing to ensure quality and regulatory compliance across our products.