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Purchasing Agent

Red Gold, Inc., Elwood, Indiana, United States, 46036

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What You'll Do: Vendor Relations

Purchasing

Negotiations

Sourcing

Follow-Up - Communication

Co-Pack responsibilities

Planning

Usage Reconciliation

Auditing & Compliance

Monthly, in-person waste/recycling stream audits

Communicate across all levels of the organization

Recommend corrective actions, as needed

Fresh Pack Preparation

Pre-Pack planning

Fresh Pack support

Wrap-up activities

Product Launches & Packaging Revisions

Artwork Review & Approval

Plant support

Forecasting Materials Requirements

Determine needs for each facility

Direct release of materials through Materials Managers

Special Projects

New material trials

Factory Outlet bulk container support

New & Changing

Paperwork & Communication

Internal among Sales, Plants, etc.

Internal & External Reports

Coordinate & Distribute Information

Assist in Maintenance of Cost, P.O.s, and Invoices

Standard Cost Accuracy

O. Accuracy

Invoice Approval

Requirements for Success Education & Experience

4-year degree in any of the: Economics, Accounting, Business, Or any related field

3 years Purchasing experience (if degreed)

5 years Purchasing experience if no degree

Accounting experience/background beneficial

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Computer proficient

Good Math Skills

Excellent communicationli>

Detail oriented

Strong work ethic

Analytical

High Energy Level

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time whether that be sitting or standing

The employee must be able to use fingers to constantly operate a computer or other type of office equipment

The this position must be able to regularly walk

The employees must be able to use hands to handle and feel

The employee must be able to reach with both hands and arms

The employee must able to visually detect, perceive, or recognize in near and far distancesli>

The employee must be able to converse or convey with other individuals

The employee may occasionally be required to crouch

The employee may occasionally lift/carry items as heavy as 25 pounds

Supervisory Responsibilities Direct: None

Indirect: None

Benefits of joining the Red Gold Family

Medical premiums as low as $20.89/week

Paid parental leave time off work

Employer-paid disability benefits

401(k) matching up to 7%

Free counselling through the Employee Assistance Program

Employer-paid life insurance

So much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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