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Dairy Farmers of America · 3 months ago

Senior Warehouse Purchasing Specialist

Mechanicsburg, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Dairy Farmers of America is a cooperative that focuses on the dairy industry, and they are seeking a Senior Warehouse Purchasing Specialist. The role involves acquiring materials and supplies, coordinating purchasing activities, and maintaining inventory to support plant operations.

AgricultureDairyDietary SupplementsFood Processing

Responsibilities

Gather and analyze data to procure accurate and necessary packaging and ingredients (P&I) for the plant

Maintain accurate records on all ordering of P&I

Coordinates purchasing activities with other departments to maintain inventory at planned levels

Works closely with remote warehouse, outside vendors, and contractors to ensure on-time delivery of P&I

Follows up on deliveries to ensure efficient stock of materials have been received for plant success

Communicate unusual or complex issue to Warehouse Manager to determine proper resolution

Prepares, reviews, and tracks orders through the purchasing process

Accurately input and maintain orders placed including inventory purchase orders, price changes and order updates

Maintain a weekly and monthly inventory of P&I

Responsible for entries in SAP Computer System

Communicate as required with truck drivers, customers, vendors, and suppliers in a professional manner

Expected to function as an engaged employee and contribute to the site’s continuous improvement efforts

Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

Qualification

SAPInventory managementMicrosoft Office SuiteWarehouse purchasing experienceForklift certificationCommunication skillsTeam collaborationOrganizational skills