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- 5 years
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Purchasing Manager

Foster Poultry Farms // LLC -
Livingston, CA

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Job Details

$103,000 - $129,000 a year

Qualifications

Team leadership
Spreadsheets
Accounting
Contracts
Negotiating purchasing contracts
Managing projects
Productivity software
Project leadership

Full Job Description

Salary Range: $103,000-$129,000 per year

Purpose of Position:

The Purchasing Manager provides leadership and oversight for Indirect Supplies, MRO, and Site Services procurement; managing an annual spend of $200M+. This role is responsible for delivering financial benefits through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and negotiations to secure best-value contracts. The position manages a team of Purchasing Agents, Buyers, and Sourcing Coordinators, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures while supporting internal and external requirements.

Primary Objectives

Drive cost reductions through strategic sourcing, supply chain optimization, product innovation, technology, and process improvements.
Establish KPIs for supplier performance and conduct regular business reviews to ensure continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.
Develop and maintain category strategies for key spend areas to optimize cost and supplier relationships.
Provide coaching and mentoring to direct reports, leveraging individual strengths and fostering professional growth.

Essential Functions

Direct and manage purchasing functions to meet business requirements and achieve sourcing objectives.
Minimize acquisition costs for materials and services; negotiate and administer bids, purchase orders, and long-term contracts for Indirect Supplies, MRO, and Site Services.
Leverage data analytics and market intelligence to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve decision-making.
Collaborate with Finance and Operations to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.
Drive continuous improvement and department performance using Six Sigma and lean methodologies.
Negotiate and manage over 100 supplier master agreements across multiple categories and plant locations.
Support Risk Management on contractor insurance, safety, chemical compliance, and reporting.
Standardize supply methods, contracts, and payment terms across business platforms.
Utilize SAP and Microsoft Office for procurement and reporting.
Lead special projects as needed.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field.
5–7 years of procurement experience with Indirect Supplies/MRO/Site Services
On-site work required at Livingston corporate office.
Strong negotiation skills, knowledge of business law, and experience creating service and supply contracts.
Proficiency in MS Office applications and advanced Excel skills.
Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex data.
Knowledge of procurement procedures, accounting, and tax principles.

Preferred Qualifications

MBA
Understanding of agriculture and meat processing industries
Broad knowledge of Indirect procurement categories
Experience with e-procurement tools and digital sourcing platforms.

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods
Consistent and reliable attendance
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Flexibility to prioritize workloads and attend off-site meetings
Periodic travel required

Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles

Accountability: Deliver on commitments.
Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team.
Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility.
Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.
Ownership: Take responsibility for results.
Nimble: Operate with speed and agility.

Why Join Foster Farms?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.

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