WHO YOU ARE:

We are seeking a proficient Senior Buyer with specialized knowledge in chemical procurement to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about optimizing supply chains, negotiating contracts, and ensuring quality standards, apply now to play a pivotal role in driving our company’s success in the chemical industry.

WHO WE ARE:

• Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.

• Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.

• Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.

• Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.

OUR MISSION:

We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.

• Protect What Matters: We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.?

• Deliver On Our Promises?: We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.?

• Win as a Team?: We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.?

• Advance a Safer Future?: We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Senior Buyer, Chemicals will perform purchasing related activities such as purchase orders, vendor invoices, work orders. Job duties include:

• Enter POs in ERP system for chemicals & non-chemical materials.

• Negotiate prices, lead times, and other terms and conditions related to the procurement of raw materials and packaging materials.

• Maintain and update both customer and supplier price list and provide price quotes.

• Place and track orders for inbound raw materials.

• Enter purchase orders for various suppliers and direct shippers.

• Assist in identifying and qualifying suppliers and vendors.

• Source chemicals and packaging materials based on quality, cost, and availability.

• Monitor supplier approval process and maintain performance records.

• Monitor raw material inventory levels as required at Safe Foods (“SF”) manufacturing sites.

• Monitor finished product inventory levels as required at 3 rd party manufacturing sites.

• Post inventory adjustments and work with appropriate parties to identify and correct discrepancies in ERP system.

• Review MRP daily and work with production schedulers to ensure materials arrive in time to meet production demands and production schedule.

• Create and present presentations and reports to management as needed.

• Develop and implement procedures and policies for department and strategic goals for SF’s Procurement Dept and incorporate in vendor stocking agreements and blanket PO’s etc.

• Advocate for SF’s interests during arbitration and negotiation processes with suppliers and vendors to achieve favorable settlements.

• Serve as front line company ambassador to vendors/suppliers.

• Train and/or assist other buyers as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

YOUR MUST HAVES:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• High School Diploma or General Education Equivalent (“GED”).

• 4 years of experience in a strategic procurement position specific to chemicals and raw materials and ERP systems.

• 4 years of experience identifying and qualifying new vendors/suppliers based on specific need and using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) at a minimum.

• Read and interpret product specifications including SDS, BOL, and TDS.

• Ability to work individually and remotely and troubleshoot problems.

• Ability to interpret tech specifications sheets to be able to work with suppliers and those make

• recommendations to management as needed.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:

• Experience negotiating terms and conditions with chemical vendors/suppliers.

• General knowledge of regulatory rules and guidelines for chemicals (EPA, FDA, etc.)

• Recognize areas of process that need improvement and demonstrate confidence making recommendations to management to enact those improvements.

• Ability to work well in cross-functional teams or other assignments.

• General knowledge of freight and distribution rules and practices in the chemical industry.

• Experience working closely with accounting, production scheduling, customer service, and logistics departments.

OUR ENVIRONMENT:

This position is based onsite in an office environment where you will be furnished with a cubicle style sitting desk.

Frequently (role requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

Stand, climb stairs, walk, sit, reach outward, squat/kneel, bend. Lift/Carry up to 25 lbs & push/pull 25 lbs.

Constant (role requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Use of fingers and hands. Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less & push/pull 10 lbs or less.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

• Basic Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Company Paid Long-Term Disability

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Sick Time

• Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)

• Training & Development Opportunities

Safe Foods, a Division of Fortrex Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Safe Foods is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Safe Foods will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.

YOUR NEXT STEPS:

APPLY! All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!