Crescent Foods · 2 days ago
Senior Procurement Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCrescent Foods is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of high-quality goods that meet food safety standards and regulatory requirements. This role involves collaboration with various departments and focuses on maintaining accurate purchasing levels while minimizing excess inventory and carrying costs.
Food and BeverageFood DeliveryFood TrucksNutrition
Responsibilities
Conducts an inventory periodically
Recommends replenishments for items after inventory process to keep production running
Reviews and prepares requisitions to accurately create purchase orders for the acquisition of materials
Design all quotes for new and existing vendors
Recommend improvements to all deliveries and process all purchase order requests
Design and implement various cost-effective strategies
Monitor inventory of all repair parts and general supplies
Evaluate all purchase requisitions and maintain accuracy according to department’s procedures
Monitor all purchase orders and maintain regular follow-up with all suppliers
Monitor all control costs of purchase materials and ensure achievement of all targets
Monitor all inventory of products and prepare all purchase plans to meet sales demands with accuracy
Maintain regular contact with vendors and suppliers
Process returns, exchanges within 24 hours
Work with specific software to maintain and access records, invoices, purchase orders and bidding contracts
Build good business relationships with vendors to result in better service and prices
Report weekly all aspects of tasks completed throughout the week
Assist with the end-to-end supply chain solutions for inbound freight delivery across the Crescent Foods enterprise from supplier to Crescent Foods operating companies, or other fiscal entities
Assisting with overseeing the inventory management process, defining departmental strategies for appropriate inventory levels and identifying improvement opportunities by assessing current processes/practices
Update warehouse management sheets and system with corrected inventory counts or product moves
Maintain a stock control system that provides accurate and up to date information concerning stock orders
Receive and check goods received at Crescent Foods, following policies and procedures
Analyze Sales statistics on stock ranges with the Purchasing Manager to ensure we are meeting customer demands
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices
Review sales forecasts; compare results and update as appropriate
Check all invoice discrepancies involving vendors in your area of responsibility. Correct and have the purchasing manager approve and return to accounting in a timely manner
Respond to the various departments within the organization who may need information regarding vendors, products deliveries, etc
Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to complete count duties
Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of state, local and federal food safety laws including SQF, USDA, GMP's, CCP, HACCP, SSOPs and SOPs, Food Defense and Food Safety Culture guidelines and regulations
Time management, business acumen, collaboration, decision-making and always using ethical conduct
Proficient in standard business Microsoft office software
Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Fluency in written and verbal English
Proven ability to think independently and handle multiple projects through to completion record of successfully collaborating with management and peers
Demonstrated independent work initiative, sound judgment, diplomacy, analytical ability and professional demeanor
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Food Science, Business, or related field
5+ years of procurement experience, with at least 2 years in the food or beverage industry
Strong understanding of food safety standards, ingredient sourcing, and supplier audits
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and procurement platforms
Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Passion for food quality, innovation, and continuous improvement
Preferred
Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, CIPS) are a plus
Familiarity with sourcing and import/export regulations for food products
Company
Crescent Foods
Crescent Foods strives to be the provider of Premium All Natural Halal Foods in the Food Industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ahmad A.
President/CEO
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