Purchasing Manager (Food Manufacturing)
3 days ago
Queens
Purchasing Manager (Food Manufacturing) This role oversees procurement activities that support production, food safety, and cost‑efficient operations within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment. The Purchasing Manager leads supplier negotiations, manages ingredient and packaging sourcing, and ensures materials arrive on time to support continuous production. Experience in food manufacturing or food processing is strongly preferred. Are you looking to make a career change to a stable company? This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and paid PTO.Does this position match your future career goals? Then this opportunity could be the right fit for you. Responsibilities: • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for ingredients, packaging, and operational supplies aligned with production and food safety requirements., • Partner with Quality, Operations, R&D, and Supply Chain to understand specifications, allergen controls, and regulatory needs., • Conduct supplier research and evaluate vendors for capability, food safety certifications, capacity, and risk., • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements to secure favorable terms and ensure supply continuity., • Manage supplier relationships, ensuring on‑time delivery, quality compliance, and adherence to food safety standards (HACCP, SQF, GMP)., • Monitor supplier KPIs including delivery accuracy, cost performance, quality issues, and responsiveness., • Maintain accurate procurement records including purchase orders, COAs, contracts, and supplier documentation., • Support forecasting and production planning to prevent shortages, spoilage, and over‑inventory of perishables., • Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage purchasing workflows, inventory levels, and production alignment., • Collaborate on category management strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supply chain resilience., • Stay informed on commodity markets, ingredient trends, and regulatory changes impacting food manufacturing. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Food Science, or related field., • Food manufacturing or food processing industry experience strongly preferred., • Strong knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and supply chain operations within regulated environments., • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems for purchasing and inventory management., • Experience with vendor management, supplier audits, and performance evaluation., • Skilled in contract negotiation and cost analysis., • Understanding of food safety requirements, quality systems, and regulatory compliance (HACCP, SQF, GMP)., • Strong analytical skills to evaluate supplier data and identify improvement opportunities., • Knowledge of forecasting, budgeting, and demand planning for perishable goods., • Proficient in Microsoft Office., • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Ask for Jasleen Ajulia Executive Search is a search firm specializing in Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal and Pharmaceutical positions. This is a confidential search for one of our preferred clients. It is a direct hire position that includes competitive compensation and full comprehensive benefit package. #ZR
