George's Inc.
Purchasing Lead (rotating shifts) page is loaded## Purchasing Lead (rotating shifts)locations:
Rogers, ARtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
JR-2025003350It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!*We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.***SUMMARY:** The Purchasing Lead is responsible for supporting Materials/ MRO purchases for plant needs. This role is a hybrid role and will be cross trained both on materials for production and a fill for the tool crib as needed. The Purchasing Lead will work cross functionally to support projects, reports, and assist in new process improvements and training for the Purchasing department.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** include, but are not limited to, the following:* Design and maintain purchasing and vendor reports to track trends, accuracy, and performance.* Support product research and approvals, ensuring data accuracy across purchasing systems.* Review purchase orders, validate SKUs and product plans, and track receipts across locations.* Maintain vendor packaging guidelines and ensure compliance.* Coordinate with the Shipping Department to meet delivery deadlines, quality standards, and customer expectations.* Manage vendor communications, monitor supplier performance, and resolve order issues.* Conduct cycle counts and ensure reporting accuracy in the inventory system.* Identify and implement process improvements that drive cost savings and efficiency.* Train and develop team members on processes and support new system rollouts.* Serve as backup for tool crib attendants or supervisors when needed.* Partner with Operations, R&D, and Quality Assurance to ensure raw materials, ingredients, and packaging meet regulatory, food safety, and customer requirements.* Support vendor qualification and audits, ensuring suppliers meet company standards for safety, quality, and sustainability.* Maintain accuracy and integrity of data within ERP/purchasing systems* Perform other duties as assigned to support department needs.**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**This position will not have supervisory responsibility.**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE*** **Required**
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ 1 year of MRO experience
+ 2 years+ of purchasing experience
+ Strong communication skills both verbal and written
+ Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
+ Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning* **Preferred**
+ Previous leadership experience*George’s is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to compliance@georgesinc.com or call 479-927-7000 to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans* #J-18808-Ljbffr
Rogers, ARtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
JR-2025003350It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!*We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.***SUMMARY:** The Purchasing Lead is responsible for supporting Materials/ MRO purchases for plant needs. This role is a hybrid role and will be cross trained both on materials for production and a fill for the tool crib as needed. The Purchasing Lead will work cross functionally to support projects, reports, and assist in new process improvements and training for the Purchasing department.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** include, but are not limited to, the following:* Design and maintain purchasing and vendor reports to track trends, accuracy, and performance.* Support product research and approvals, ensuring data accuracy across purchasing systems.* Review purchase orders, validate SKUs and product plans, and track receipts across locations.* Maintain vendor packaging guidelines and ensure compliance.* Coordinate with the Shipping Department to meet delivery deadlines, quality standards, and customer expectations.* Manage vendor communications, monitor supplier performance, and resolve order issues.* Conduct cycle counts and ensure reporting accuracy in the inventory system.* Identify and implement process improvements that drive cost savings and efficiency.* Train and develop team members on processes and support new system rollouts.* Serve as backup for tool crib attendants or supervisors when needed.* Partner with Operations, R&D, and Quality Assurance to ensure raw materials, ingredients, and packaging meet regulatory, food safety, and customer requirements.* Support vendor qualification and audits, ensuring suppliers meet company standards for safety, quality, and sustainability.* Maintain accuracy and integrity of data within ERP/purchasing systems* Perform other duties as assigned to support department needs.**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**This position will not have supervisory responsibility.**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE*** **Required**
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ 1 year of MRO experience
+ 2 years+ of purchasing experience
+ Strong communication skills both verbal and written
+ Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
+ Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning* **Preferred**
+ Previous leadership experience*George’s is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to compliance@georgesinc.com or call 479-927-7000 to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans* #J-18808-Ljbffr