Buyer Manufacturing - (Providence, RI)

Job details Are you looking for continued growth and development? The food industry is 1 of the strongest economic sectors of our economy to work in. Our client a Growing food manufacturer seeking a Buyer that will will plan, coordinate and manage all activities related to the purchasing and receipt of assigned items and assist with the purchase of other items as needed. And interfaces with Sales, Marketing, Production, QA, Product Development, Accounting, Logistics and Senior Management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities :Negotiates and purchase all Ingredient and Plant Supply items. :Researches new items for R+D. Provide samples as needed and provide feedback on those samples with suppliers in a timely manner. :Maintains adequate inventory levels and ensures POs are issued to support forecasts. Maintain excellent communication of POs status with supplier until delivery of product. :Prepares reports of inventory turns and subsequent inventory levels.