Senior Buyer Commodity

Are you ready to take your procurement career to the next level? As the Senior Buyer Commodity at Tyson Foods, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our company's supply chain operations. We are looking for a highly experienced and driven professional to join our team and lead the procurement of essential commodities. If you have a strong background in purchasing, negotiation skills, and a passion for building relationships with suppliers, we want to hear from you. Join us at Tyson Foods and be a part of our mission to provide high-quality food products to the world.

1. Lead procurement efforts for essential commodities: The Senior Buyer Commodity will be responsible for overseeing the procurement process for key commodities required for Tyson Foods' supply chain operations.
2. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers: This role requires building strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of commodities for the company.
3. Negotiate contracts and prices: The Senior Buyer Commodity will be responsible for negotiating contracts and prices with suppliers to ensure the best value for Tyson Foods.
4. Monitor market trends and prices: It will be the responsibility of the Senior Buyer Commodity to stay up-to-date with market trends and prices for essential commodities, and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
5. Ensure timely delivery of commodities: This role will be responsible for ensuring that essential commodities are delivered on time to meet production and distribution demands.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams: The Senior Buyer Commodity will work closely with cross-functional teams, such as finance and operations, to understand commodity needs and develop procurement strategies.
7. Identify cost-saving opportunities: The Senior Buyer Commodity will be responsible for identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing them to improve the company's bottom line.
8. Manage supplier performance: This role will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating supplier performance, and taking necessary actions to address any issues that may arise.
9. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures: The Senior Buyer Commodity will ensure that all procurement activities are in compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
10. Mentor and train junior procurement staff: This role will also involve mentoring and training junior procurement staff to support their development and growth within the company.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Buyer Commodity in Springdale, AR, USA is between $80,000 and $110,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on the industry, company, and individual's experience and qualifications.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an American multinational corporation based in Springdale, Arkansas, that operates in the food industry. The company is the world's second largest processor and marketer of chicken, beef, and pork after JBS S.A. and annually exports the largest percentage of beef out of the United States.