Technical Buyer negotiating contracts and optimising procurement processes at family - owned business in Germany. Working with various departments on exciting and challenging subjects in a modern environment.
About the role
- Procurement Specialist responsible for purchasing raw materials and supplies at Wellness Pet Company. Ensuring operational continuity and supplier communication in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Ensure timely, cost-effective, and accurate purchasing of raw materials, packaging, and indirect supplies
- Manage supplier communication and monitor inbound material flow
- Resolve quality issues and partner with Planning, Production, Inventory Control, Quality, and Shipping/Receiving
- Place purchase orders for materials and forecast demand
- Maintain strong supplier relationships and communicate delivery delays and quality concerns
- Monitor pricing, lead times, and supplier performance
- Manage inventory levels in partnership with Inventory Control and prevent shortages
- Collaborate with the Production Planner on production schedule changes
- Create ingredient exceptions and collaborate with the QA team for quality concerns
- Respond to production requests as needed before and after work hours
Requirements
- 3-5 years of procurement, supply chain, or related experience
- Experience in food manufacturing, pet food, or regulated CPG environments
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
- Experience with ERP systems (IFS strongly preferred)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Familiarity with COAs, lot traceability, inbound material documentation, and supplier audits.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and understand process operating procedures
- Good verbal and mathematical capability at a high school level
- English language proficiency sufficient to perform essential job functions
Benefits
- Best-in-class benefits package
- Warm and welcoming environment
- Professional growth opportunities
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