Materials Manager Job at Smithfield Foods
Job Locations: US-VA-Smithfield Your Opportunity:
About Smithfield Foods:
The Raw Material Manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution of purchasing and scheduling raw materials to be delivered to all plants in quantities and quality levels that meet the needs of the facilities. Analyzes market changes and trends brought forth by the Raw Material Buyer.
Salary Range:
$72,000 - $120,500
Core Responsibilities:
- Directly manage the purchasing process of all raw materials from approved suppliers needed to produce the company’s products in quantity and quality levels necessary to satisfy marketing demands.
- Reviews current raw material vendor base and investigates alternative suppliers to ensure the least possible cost to all Smithfield plant facilities.
- Works with both internal and external suppliers to ensure raw materials are delivered on time and in sufficient quantities
to maximize plant production schedules. - Handles all direct negotiations with suppliers regarding any raw material claims.
- Responsible for resolving and documenting all raw material claims.
- Evaluates existing and future raw material market conditions and reports opportunities for speculative purchases to those in a position of decision-making authority. Acts as the SAP Gatekeeper for raw materials. Processes daily Market Wire- noon trades and full report after market is closed. Provides accounting with pricing to update SAP/cost system weekly.
- Is the industry information expert and works with Business Management teams to forecast purchase needs for future production years.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 5+ year’s related experience; equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
- 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required
- Strong knowledge Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel). Prior SAP experience, preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have good planning, organizational and execution skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and established goals and objectives in a fast-paced environment. Must have strong negotiation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time.
- Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
To learn more about Smithfield’s benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.
PEOPLE MATTER
More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.
GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
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BENEFITS
Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees. Also, education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment
SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE
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About Smithfield Foods:
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
EEO/AA Information:
Smithfield is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law.
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