Buyer Job at On Target Executive Search, A Division Of On Target Staffing..., Kenilworth, NJ

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  • On Target Executive Search, A Division Of On Target Staffing...
  • Kenilworth, NJ

Job Description

Job Title: Buyer

Location: New Jersey

Salary: $80,000 annually

TEMP TO PERM

About Our Company:

Join a dynamic food manufacturer seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Buyer to become a vital part of our Supply Chain team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our daily manufacturing operations by sourcing and procuring essential raw materials, packaging, and indirect goods and services. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about optimizing supply chains, we encourage you to apply!

Job Summary:

The Buyer will be responsible for managing replenishment planning, ensuring materials are ordered accurately and on time to meet production demands while maintaining optimal inventory levels. This position requires close collaboration with Planning, Quality, Production, Regulatory, and Finance teams. You will play a key role in supporting cost-saving initiatives, maintaining ERP data integrity, and ensuring compliance with stringent food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Source and procure materials and services in alignment with production schedules and company policies.
  • Manage replenishment planning for assigned materials, utilizing forecast data, usage trends, and lead times to determine optimal order quantities and timing.
  • Issue purchase orders and manage confirmations, delivery schedules, and invoicing.
  • Monitor supplier performance , resolve supply and quality issues, and escalate when necessary.
  • Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Production, Regulatory, and Finance teams to ensure cross-functional alignment .
  • Maintain accurate master data in the ERP system (pricing, lead times, MOQ, safety stock levels, etc.).
  • Analyze inventory levels regularly to prevent shortages and minimize excess or obsolete stock.
  • Support cost-saving initiatives and participate in supplier negotiations.
  • Track and report key procurement and replenishment metrics (on-time delivery, inventory turns, cost savings, etc.).
  • Conduct market research to stay informed on industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and risks.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards in all procurement activities.

Qualifications / Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
  • 2–5 years of buying or procurement experience, preferably in food manufacturing or CPG .
  • Experience with ERP systems .
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills .
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities .
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
  • Knowledge of food safety and GMP regulations a plus.

Physical Demands:

This role primarily operates within an office environment.

  • Office Environment:
  • Production/Plant Environment:

Noise Level:

  • Quiet/Low:
  • Moderate:
  • High/Loud:

While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee may encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Vacation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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