Procurement Manager at Pilgrims in Nacogdoches, Texas

Job description

• Procurement Manager
• This position is primarily responsible for management of procurement programs and activities as related to materials and services.

Responsibilities

• • Formal bidding.
• • Vendor selection.
• • External vendor management.
• • Internal customer relations.
• • Cost savings reporting.
• • Pricing verification.
• • Writing contracts.
• • Expediting shipments
• • Monitoring the backorders.

Requirements

• Must have 2 or more years in a Packaging-related role preferred.
• • TQM or Continuous Improvement knowledge a plus.
• • Production plant, warehousing, and foodservice distribution experience in a meat & poultry environment is a plus.
• • Must have excellent computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Internet Explorer.
• • SAP software experience preferred.
• • Must have excellent business machine skills. (computer, phone, fax, copier, scanner, etc)
• • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal relation skills, being able to work with all levels of management and hourly partners. • Should be good with mathematics, able to analyze formulas, product gauge, metric conversion, general algebra, percentages, statistics.
• • Must be self-motivated to perform simultaneous tasks without close, continuous supervision.
• • Must be able to meet critical deadlines, prioritize, and practice excellent time management skills.
• • Highly motivated, self-starter, able to prioritize projects, accept responsibility and follow through without close supervision.
• • Must be conscientious and good with details.
• • Must be able to pass a background check, along with drug and alcohol tests.
• • Must deal well with high pressure and tight lead times. • Some (15-20%) travel involved.
• • Confidentiality is a must.
• • Must have dependable transportation.
• EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor degree preferred; related job experience (5+ years) considered.

Skills

Required

• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Power Point
• Internet Explorer
• Excellent business machine skills
• Mathematics
• Self-motivated
• Time management
• Prioritization
• Attention to detail
• Confidentiality
• Dependable transportation

Preferred

• TQM or Continuous Improvement knowledge
• SAP software experience

Benefits

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave;
• 401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $67,878- $82,472;
• Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; and
• Better Futures