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Reily Foods Company

Purchasing Analyst

Reily Foods Company, Malden, Massachusetts, us, 02148

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Purchasing Analyst

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Reily Foods Company

– Malden, MA. We have a passion for flavor! Reily Foods Company provides iconic foods and beverages that have created meals and memories for over 120 years. We are currently seeking a Purchasing Analyst at our New England Coffee Offices in Malden, MA. This position is responsible for planning and purchasing for various turn-key inventory items from multiple suppliers, analyzing on-hand inventory, sales history and forecast demand, placing orders with suppliers, monitoring and expediting product when required, and managing supplier customer service relationships. Works closely with Supply Chain leadership to understand inventory targets and ordering cadence.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Manages product life cycle for seasonal & product of the month items

Works with suppliers to control inventories and ensure the timely flow of items

Monitors and reports key performance metrics, including purchase price variance, inventory, shortages, and supplier performance

Interacts with Sales, Finance, Marketing, and Operations teams to manage inventory position and load scheduling

Understands basic principles of supplier lead time, inventory days on hand, demand variability and forecasting, and minimum order quantities for best price

Reviews current work practices and looks for opportunities to streamline and more effectively manage process

Develops a thorough working knowledge of assigned items and associated supplier base as well as working knowledge of required MRP / ERP system

Analyzes item level sales history and forecast to inform purchasing decisions

Creates purchase orders in ERP system and communicates to suppliers

Interacts with suppliers to manage portfolio including forecast, ordering, and expediting of material

Participates and practices BRC rules and regulations

Follow all safety procedures and participate in safety training

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related business field

2+ years of experience with forecasting, replenishment, and purchasing preferred

Strong analytical skills with an ability to focus on the details

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with personnel at all levels within the organization to obtain, discuss, and analyze information and process

Strong interpersonal and exceptional problem-solving skills

Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries: Manufacturing

Location: Malden, MA

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