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Vice President of Purchasing

Reser's Fine Foods
Beaverton, OR , US
Full-time

General Summary

Responsible for the purchasing function of the organization; develops and implements purchasing strategies and policies that help the organization obtain necessary products and services while minimizing costs.

Benefits and Culture We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future.

Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - on all job descriptions.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Establishes a sourcing strategy that ensures a consistent supply of raw materials, packaging and labels.
  • Develops criteria to be used during vendor evaluation and selection.
  • Identifies trends in organizational purchasing and identifies opportunities for cost reduction through purchase consolidation.
  • Sets goals and identifies metrics measuring performance of purchasing processes.
  • Negotiates complex or high-value vendor contracts.
  • Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for coaching, development and managing employment actions.
  • Collaborates cross-functionally to align departmental strategy or direction with the overall goals of the organization.
  • Primarily responsible for strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Responsible for shaping business strategy and aligning goals to achieve the company’s objectives.
  • Provide executive oversight of the purchasing departments project initiatives, monitoring progress against strategic objectives.
  • Establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization's long-term success.

Job Specifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is required.
  • 15+ years progressive plant operations experience with at least 5 years in purchasing
  • Strong leadership skills including the development and mentoring of others and ability to build collaborative relationships.
  • Previous experience in food manufacturing
  • Must have knowledge of MRP applications.
  • Basic PC skills are required.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Working Conditions

1. Office environment.

2. Travel up to 10% of the time.

This position is eligible for a bonus based on company goals / performance.

30+ days ago
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