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Adecco Permanent Recruitment - Huntington Park, CA
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Were seeking a driven Supply Chain & Procurement professional to support and optimize procurement, planning, and logistics operations within a food manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in supplier management, cost reduction, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to support lean manufacturing and business growth. What Youll Do Support supplier negotiations, pricing, contracts, and performance evaluations Conduct value analysis of products, suppliers, and sourcing strategies Develop reports and tools to support purchasing and decision-making Assist with supply chain audits and inventory cycle counts; reconcile discrepancies and implement improvements Create and maintain SOPs across planning, procurement, and logistics; train team members Analyze market trends and implement cost- and risk-reduction initiatives Collaborate cross-functionally to execute supply chain roadmaps and timelines Support hiring, training, coaching, and oversight of procurement and contract staff Improve procurement systems, processes, and operating standards Expand and manage supplier channels to ensure competitive pricing and uninterrupted supply Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual procurement and funding plans What Were Looking For Bachelors degree required; MBA or Supply Chain Management preferred 12+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or process improvement within food manufacturing Strong understanding of accounting, budgeting, inventory, and cost control Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), MS Office, and Google Workspace Excellent communication, organization, and negotiation skills Ability to motivate, train, and collaborate with cross-functional teams Flexible schedule based on operational needs ???? Why This Role: Make a meaningful impact in a growing manufacturing environment focused on efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.
Created: 2026-03-11