Procurement Specialist

Job Details:
Montgomery City, MO 63361 | Position Type:
Full Time | Education Level: 4 Year Degree | Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 | Travel Percentage:
None | Job Shift: Day | Job Category:
Inventory

The Procurement Specialist will oversee the procurement of raw materials, packaging, ingredients, operating supplies, and services while maintaining inventory levels, controlling costs, and supporting operational efficiency. This individual will work closely with Operations, Warehouse, Production, Quality Assurance, and Finance to ensure materials are available to meet customer demand and production schedules.

• Source and procure raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and indirect supplies
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needs
  
  Analyze purchasing trends and identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Manage supplier performance and ensure service expectations are met
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to ensure material availability
• Resolve supply chain disruptions and material shortages
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
• Review and process purchase orders and supplier invoices
• Support inventory management and cycle count activities
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and company standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field required
• Minimum 5 Years of Procurement Experience Required
• Food Manufacturing Experience Strongly Preferred
• Experience purchasing ingredients, packaging, and production materials preferred
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Knowledge of inventory management and forecasting principles
• ERP, MRP, or WMS system experience preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Food Manufacturing
• Supply Chain Management
• Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing
• Inventory Planning
• Vendor Negotiations
• Cost Reduction Initiatives
• ERP/MRP Systems
• Forecasting and Demand Planning

• Food Manufacturing Facility
• Office and Production Floor Interaction
• Fast‑Paced Growth Environment
• Cross‑Functional Team Collaboration

• Competitive Salary
• Leadership Growth Opportunities
• Stable and Growing Company
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Opportunity to Make a Direct Impact on Company Performance
• Strategic Role Supporting Business Growth
• Comprehensive Benefits Package