Job Description
PURPOSE -
To plan, coordinate, and manage the procurement of packaging materials and ingredients to support production forecasts. This role ensures timely and cost-effective purchasing aligned with StarKist’s financial, operational, and inventory objectives.
Job Responsibilities
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES –
- Manage the timely execution of purchase orders and releases to meet production schedules.
- Recommend and implement enhancements to purchasing processes that improve efficiency and align with corporate objectives.
- Coordinate delivery schedules with internal plants and co-packers; resolve issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Monitor market conditions, analyze industry trends, and propose cost strategies to meet business goals.
- Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers.
- Drive cost reduction by challenging supplier pricing, identifying alternate sources, and initiating cost-saving initiatives.
- Negotiate supply contracts to ensure reliable, cost-effective procurement aligned with budgeted targets.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality, cost, and delivery standards; address deficiencies through corrective actions.
- Partner with suppliers to forecast market trends and establish accurate annual standard costs for the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
- Represent the Non-Fish Purchasing team in cross-functional projects for both new and existing products, identifying risks and opportunities.
- Facilitate packaging graphic changes by serving as the liaison between the Graphics Department, R&D, production facilities, and packaging vendors.
- Uphold the highest ethical standards in supplier interactions, promoting fairness and integrity in accordance with StarKist’s Values and Vision.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Reston, VA |
| Job Type | Full-time, Employee |
| Industry | Food and Beverage Production |
| Headquarters | Reston, VA, US |
| Website | http://starkist.com/ |
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES -
- Must possess excellent organizational skills and project management skills
- Strong SAP Background and experience
- Proven experience in sourcing food ingredients and/or packaging components (e.g., labels, flexible packaging, corrugate), with a strong focus on supplier evaluation for quality, food safety, reliability and cost optimization
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and projects at the same time
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be flexible/adaptable
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
- Good analytical skills for price evaluations, spend analysis, and inventory management
- Possess sound business judgment with practical approach to problem solving
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organization
- BS/BA degree required
- 3-5 years of Supply Chain experience preferred
- Ability to travel on a limited basis; some international travel required
The approximate pay range for this position is $72K to 92K. This range is provided as a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.
If you have a disability and cannot apply online, please mail your resume and cover letter to:
StarKist Co.
1875 Explorer Street
10th Floor
Reston, VA 20190
ATTN: Human Resources
Please note: this option is for individuals with disabilities only.
StarKist Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. EOE/AA/Vet/Disability
About Company
StarKist Co. provides trusted, healthy, food products in the United States. An industry innovator, StarKist was the first brand to introduce StarKist single-serve pouch products, which include Tuna Creations®, Salmon Creations® and Chicken Creations™. As America's favorite tuna, StarKist represents a tradition of quality, consumer trust and a commitment to sustainability. StarKist's charismatic brand icon, Charlie® the Tuna, swam into the hearts of tuna fans in 1961 and is still a fan favorite today. StarKist Co. is a subsidiary of the Dongwon Group.
Skills
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Financial Operationsunmatched
- Forecastingunmatched
- Procurement Managementunmatched
- Product Packagingunmatched
- Production Supportunmatched
- Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
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