Purchasing Agent - Direct Materials

Manage and oversee DM purchasing functions as assigned, to meet daily business requirements in contracting and buying packaging at all plants. Own and oversee assigned Direct Materials for FF Procurement Sourcing including Planning. Provide leadership and direction to peers in an attempt to meet or exceed departmental annual objectives and staff professional development. Develop, maintain and implement cost savings initiatives across all aspects of the business. Assist team lead by preparing and monitoring annual, quarterly, and period reports to help inform the business of materials purchasing changes. Support Marketing, Sales and Operations in product changes by meeting implementation deadlines and minimizing material write offs. Assist the Purchasing Department in improving the functionality of our MRP buying system by working with staff, field buyers and IT for efficiency gains.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Purchasing Agent - Direct Materials in 12667 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583, USA is $45,000 to $85,000. This salary range may vary depending on experience, location, and the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.

Foster Farms is a United States West Coast poultry company. The company has been privately owned and operated by the Foster family since 1939. The company is based in Livingston, California, with operations throughout the West Coast and a few on the East Coast.