by on A trading company in Elk Grove Village, IL is looking for a Purchasing Manager.
Job Title: Sales Account Representative
Pay: $75-99K/year
Work Hours: Monday – Friday 9AM-6PM
Job Type: Perm
Location: IL – Elk Grove Village
Job Descriptions:
- Develops and execute purchasing strategies to support the Company’s business objectives.
- Negotiates with vendors for the best possible price and service guarantee.
- Researches and develop products for the Company to increase sales and revenue.
- Monitors and forecasts upcoming demand and develops new supply source if necessary.
- Reviews inventory and investigates discrepancies.
- Manages and develops food safety programs for hazard analysis, sanitation, recall, etc.
- Oversees quality control and ensures compliance with government food safety standards and regulations.
- Coordinates with purchasing employees in other locations to negotiate discounts for bulk purchases and optimizes efficiency.
- Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department.
- Oversees the daily workflow of the department and provides constructive and timely feedback, training, and coaching.
- Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Purchasing manager experience in the food industry is highly preferred.
- Business level English – Read/write/speak/listen
- Business level Japanese highly preferred
- To have and maintain a clean driving record
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
- High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
- 5+ years of relevant experience required
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- PTO
- Sick leave
- Life insurance
- 401K
