Atlantic Group · 1 day ago
Purchasing Assistant
Trenton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $70K/yr
5+ years expAtlantic Group is hiring a Purchasing Assistant in Trenton, NJ, for a leading manufacturing company. In this full-time role, you’ll manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee purchasing operations to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of materials.
B2BHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent product quality, food safety compliance, and reliable performance
Contract Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings and secure favorable agreements
Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels, create purchase orders based on forecasts, and prevent shortages or overstocking to support production needs
Documentation & Systems: Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor databases, and requisitions within spreadsheets and ERP systems
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Quality Assurance, Production, and Finance teams to align purchasing strategies with overall operational goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Agricultural or Food Science
5+ years of purchasing experience in food manufacturing or supply chain operations
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP or procurement systems
Knowledge of HACCP and food safety protocols
Understanding of food manufacturing processes, ingredient sourcing, and supplier compliance requirements
Strong negotiator with analytical and organizational abilities
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to multitask effectively in high-pressure environments
Benefits
Bonus
Company
Atlantic Group
Atlantic Group, founded in 2006, is an industry leader in executive and professional search & staffing.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Ricco
Founding Partner
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