Purchaser – 1 Year Contract at Sunrise Farms – Waterloo, Alabama

Position Summary: The Purchaser is responsible for the timely and costeffective procurement of ingredients, packaging, and related materials required to support production schedules. Working closely with Production, Supply Chain, Inventory, and Finance teams, this role ensures materials are available to meet operational requirements while maintaining appropriate inventory levels, supplier performance, and adherence to company purchasing policies. The Purchaser plays a key role in minimizing material shortages, managing supplier relationships, and supporting efficient plant operations.

PRIORITY: Ensure the consistent and reliable purchasing of ingredients and packaging materials to meet production schedule requirements while balancing inventory levels, lead times, and cost considerations.

Vacancy: Bacfill for company project

• Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly material requirements for ingredients and packaging based on production schedules and forecasts
• Create and manage purchase orders using the Company’s MRP/ERP system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure full compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures from purchase order creation through the accounts payable process
• Monitor supplier performance, including delivery accuracy, lead times, and service levels; follow up and expedite orders as required
• Proactively identify and resolve material availability issues, delivery conflicts, and potential supply risks
• Maintain effective working relationships with existing suppliers and support sourcing of alternative options as needed
• Collaborate with Production Scheduling, Inventory, and Logistics teams to align purchasing activities with plant requirements
• Communicate updates related to material availability, backorders, delays, or changes in usage to relevant stakeholders
• Support inventory management activities across onsite and thirdparty storage locations, including usage updates, damaged materials, and product launches or relaunches
• Provide regular reporting and updates to plant leadership regarding backorders, inventory exposure, aging materials, and purchasing liabilities
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to purchasing processes, inventory optimization, and supplier management
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• High School Diploma required; postsecondary education or coursework in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field is an asset
• Previous experience in a purchasing or buyer role within a manufacturing or food production environment strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and purchasing workflows
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing demands
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation

• Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced, productiondriven environment
• Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to react quickly and troubleshoot material or supply issues
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to assess supply risks and escalate concerns appropriately
• Collaborative team player who works well with crossfunctional stakeholders
• Reliable, accountable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates sound judgment, integrity, and respect for established processes

• Monday to Friday, onsite work required
• Manufacturing/plant environment