Purchasing Specialist

Location: Lula

About the job Purchasing Specialist

Job Responsibilities:

• Support Central SCM team with daily procurement tasks, including order creation, tracking, and vendor communication.

• Assist in sourcing food ingredients and packaging materials in line with quality and cost standards.

• Maintain and update purchase orders, vendor files, and inventory records.

• Follow up on delivery schedules and coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams.

• Assist in resolving discrepancies with suppliers and warehouse regarding quantity, quality, or invoicing.

• Monitor inventory levels regularly and ensure stock accuracy through periodic cycle counts and reconciliations.

• Provide administrative support to the Central SCM team, including documentation and reporting.

• Consolidate order data from the distribution centers in CA and NJ, conducting demand analysis, and coordinating with the manufacturing plant to align production schedules accordingly.

Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelors degree, preferably in business, supply chain or a related field

• Minimum three years professional experience. Previous experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain management is a plus.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Strong analytical and negotiating skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal team members

• Required occasional travel to meet, negotiate and/or entertain supplier relationships