Procurement Analyst/Buyer

The Procurement Analyst/Buyer is responsible for managing and coordinating materials and resources to meet company objectives, ensuring operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will be responsible for strategic and tactical procurement activities to support a growing coffee business. Working closely with our Supply Chain team, the Procurement Analyst/Buyer will ensure supply of critical packaging materials, ingredients, and equipment spare parts enabling reliable production.

• Analyst

  • Through ERP tools, inventory tracking methods, and MRP, the role will be responsible for procuring supplies to meet production needs while maintaining healthy inventory levels and working capital value.

  • Leverage same tools and supplier relationships to capture cost optimization opportunities

  • Develop supplier relationships to ensure mutual benefit while establishing a candid feedback loop on vendor performance, material quality, or price negotiations.

  • Grow our continuous improvement culture by identifying value added solutions to improve procurement process, methods, or the need for alternative supply options.

• Procurement Buyer

  • Issue purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing records in the ERP system.

  • Manage supplier profiles within ERP.

  • Develop and maintain key material vendor relationships, utilize negotiation skills to ensure mutually beneficial business relationships.

  • Ensure needed materials are ordered and received to accommodate production schedule and overall demand plan, monitor lead times and adjust purchase or production plans as needed to ensure on-time fulfillment.)

  • Collaborate with the procurement manager to strategically source materials from most value-added suppliers. Consider supplier responsiveness, service level, MOQ requirements, payment terms, stock hold options, and cost to determine overall value.

  • Support ERP/MRP system improvements for better data accuracy and automation.

  • Follow procurement best practices and policies, as well as ensure compliance with existing SOPs and regulations

• Perform other related duties, as required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing or analyst role.

• SAP experience is strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of supply chain management concepts

• Proficiency in inventory management systems and ERP software

SKILLS NEEDED

• Proficiency in SAP ERP - Purchase order management, inventory control, MPR modules

• Microsoft Excel, Pivot tables & VLOOKUP functions, MACROs.

• Excellent communication and people skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Thorough understanding of business operations and supply chain.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent negotiation skills with suppliers

• Ability to analyze data and trends to make informed purchasing decisions

• Solid understanding of procurement processes and vendor sourcing practices

• Knowledge of material requirements planning (MRP) and just-in-time (JIT) inventory systems

• Preferred if certified CPSM or APSM

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• BENEFITS INCLUDE:

  • Health and Dental Insurance

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Sick Time

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • 401K Match

• LOCATION: Corporate Headquarters located in Shakopee, MN.

• START DATE: Immediately.