The salary range for this role is $68,000 - $90,000. This position is onsite based in our Indianapolis, IN location. 

Overview 

The Replenishment Buyer will be an integral part of the FreshRealm purchasing department, assisting in all buying activities and procedures. This person will work in conjunction with the HQ  Supply Team and Plant Managers to procure all raw materials and packaging and ensure that the right products in the right quantities are available at the right time through acute attention to detail and strong follow up and communication skills. The buyer will work in with the inventory and receiving team within the plant to assure productivity and accuracy.  The Buyer will also measure usage, waste and consumption rates to place orders and keep the facility in stock while maintaining appropriate safety stocks and efficient quantities on hand 

Responsibilities

• Manage site system-driven MRP, follow up on delayed purchase orders and communicate to suppliers on new time of delivery.
• Collaborate and coordinate with other facilities regarding expiration dates, food ingredients etc.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to facilitate problem resolution. Set expectations and monitor via set KPIs.
• Setup and obtain approval for any FedEx shipments if required.
• Perform ad-hoc requests and analyses as needed and assist cross-functionally to solve problems as they occur, checking lot numbers, inventory levels etc.
• Supports the Quality Assurance and Operations departments by working with central supply team to ensure continuous quality improvements and quick product claims resolution.

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• Two (2) to Four (4) years experience in sourcing, purchasing and/or inventory control required.
• Prior ERP experience, Preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong data analysis background.
• Prior experience in Food Industry and/or Food Procurement, highly preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Business, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, or a related field.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance
• Bonus potential
• Equity
• 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
• Life and ADD insurance
• Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company
• Time away from work
  
  

Our Values at Work

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like

• ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time
• CURIOSITY: Collaborate with others and explore different perspectives when accomplishing a task or solving a problem Set learning goals for yourself and your team, and have a growth mindset: read books, subscribe to magazines, listen to podcasts, ask for recommendations, etc., on how to grow professionally and personally Don’t slap a band-aid on a problem – dig deep and determine the root cause of an issue
• TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings
• INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks
• OBJECTIVENESS: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity
• NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support
• SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location.  We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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