POSITION: Procurement Specialist

REPORTS TO:

Procurement Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Hempler Foods Group is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist who will be responsible for overseeing the purchasing process for goods and services to support business operations, under the guidance of the Procurement Manager. This role includes sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, ensuring on-time delivery, and maintaining cost-effectiveness across procurement activities. The Procurement Specialist collaborates closely with internal teams to identify procurement needs, optimize supplier relationships, and actively contribute to cost reduction and process improvement efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years of past procurement experience (manufacturing experience preferred)
Experience with ERP software. ROSS experience is a plus.
Professional communication (written, spoken)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery capabilities. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Communicate with vendors to resolve any discrepancies or issues related to purchase orders and deliveries
Generate, track, and manage purchase orders in Ross ERP to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of material or service requirements.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms for the company
Collaborate with inventory management teams to maintain optimal stock levels, prevent shortages, and avoid overstocking.
Conduct cycle counts, as well as monthly and quarterly audits, to maintain accurate inventory records.
Assist in drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts with suppliers. Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions
Work closely with internal departments (e.g., production, operations, finance) to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely availability of materials and services.
Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This employee regularly works in an office environment
This position involves work in a various-temperature environment
Ability to frequently sit, stand, and climb stairs.

PAY RANGE:

$26.68-$32.74/hr

BENEFITS:

Excellent benefits including employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long term disability insurance for all Hempler’s full time employees, as well as a generous employer contribution for dependent medical insurance.
Voluntary Insurances: Life insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401k with company match
9 Paid holidays, generous paid time off.
Wellness Plan
Employee Discount

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude any other reasonably related duties as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Hempler's is an equal opportunity employer (minorities/females/disabled/veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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