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Job Description: Purpose of Position:
This position will assist with the sourcing and procurement processes of packaging, ingredients, and indirect operational materials for the North America Operations (Distribution Centers, Fresh Cut Operations and Avocado Packing Facility).
This role is responsible for helping strategize purchases in all N.A. facilities through sustainable supply chain practices while maintaining optimal supplier relations, continuous order fulfillment, inventory management, and spend control of DC/FC production requirements.
The Procurement Specialist will also help identify and report issues that may exist in the current processes. This candidate will be exposed to day-to-day Operations, and their input will be crucial to guarantee continuous improvement of internal processes, SOPs, reporting, record-keeping, and compliance with regulations and company policy.
Accountabilities:
Review and oversee the physical inventory packaging and ingredients MRP and BOM seasonal requirements.
Monitor and control spend on packaging, ingredients, and other indirect operational materials through active inventory management, project management, pricing review protocols, and through restructuring of procure-to-pay processes where needed.
Collaborate with sales and operations teams to help find ways to create cost-effective procurement processes that will lead to successful packaging project implementations across the network while maintaining inventories and spending control under budget.
Act as primary contact between internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Sales, Operations, Suppliers, Global Purchasing, Corporate Packaging, and Management) to streamline special projects that might require new packaging implementation, redesign, or transfer across the network as needed.
Assist when needed on digital transformation projects that include, but are not limited to, the integration and standardization of all the procurement processes across all purchasing groups, creation, and maintenance of master data, monitoring of approval hierarchies, maintenance of FADs, and creation and maintenance of BPO (Blanket Purchase Orders).
Assist with contract negotiation of global items with Global Purchasing, which includes but is not limited to vendor selection and producing terms and conditions that align with the Sales and Operations plans for each N.A. Operation facility.
Special projects as assigned.
Minimum Skills Required:
Bachelor's degree (Business, Management, Supply Chain Mgt, Logistics, or related field) and/or equivalent work experience.
At least 5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, material management, and/or inventory management.
At least 3+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, logistics, and inventory management.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
Knowledge of ERP Programs (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Coupa, or Ariba) Office Programs.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication (i.e., written and verbal) skills.
Bilingual: English/Spanish.
Note:
This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values—Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity—we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.
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This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values—Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity—we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.
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