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JOB FILLED - Category Manager - Packaging

Job Description: 
Manages packaging procurement and sourcing operations of Taylor Farms Retail for all category specific goods and services, ensuring maximum value per expenditure and appropriate supply inventory levels. This role ensures proper contract and supplier management as it relates to all procurement functions and operations across the retail segment. The Packaging Category Manager works closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Product Development and plays a key roll in new product development.  
 
Required Skills
  • Develops a purchasing strategy.
  • Reviews and processes purchase orders.
  • Manages other members of the purchasing team.
  • Maintains records of goods ordered and received.
  • Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with vendors.
  • Selects prospective vendors and negotiates contracts.
  • Evaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price.
  • Works closely with the Product Development team on new items. 
  • Strong project management skills.  
  • Researches and evaluates vendors to compare pricing and services.
  • Coordinates with fellow managers to monitor inventory and determine supply needs.
  • Ensures quality of procured items and addresses problems when they arise.
  • Keeps up with trends in procurement.
  • Travels to vendor locations.
  • Stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary.
  • In depth knowledge of packaging manufacturing – Corrugate and/or flexible and rigid plastics.
Required Experience 
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration preferred.
  • 2-3 years’ experience as a purchasing manager or agent.
  • Experience using procurement software and databases.
  • Supervisory experience.
Compensation/Salary: 
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