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Monte Package Company, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a highly motivated and detailed-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in our Riverside, MI location. The Purchasing Coordinator will be responsible for assisting in executing the company's procurement process, maintaining current customer and vendor relationships, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining high-quality standards, and assist with inventory controls of both current and obsolete products. This role requires strong attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers

• Work closely with the Purchasing team to monitor inventory levels and reorder products as necessary to maintain optimal stock levels

• Perform monthly review of obsolete inventory

• Collaborate with internal departments to understand their purchasing requirements

• Review and analyze purchase requisitions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies

• Process purchase orders and track orders to ensure timely delivery

• Resolve any purchasing issues or discrepancies that arise

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing and supplier information

• Work closely with the Purchasing team to continuously evaluate supplier performance and make recommendations for improvement

• Stay updated on industry trends, new products, and market conditions

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field (preferred)

• Direct experience in either produce or packaging highly preferred

• Proven experience in a similar procurement role

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities

• Proficient in using procurement software and other relevant tools

• Knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices

• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively

• Familiarity with inventory management principles

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions So, what are you waiting for? A new career awaits you with endless opportunities.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to sales in excess of $10 billion. Bunzl North America is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Bunzl North America owns and operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 5,000 employees and 400,000 plus supplies, Bunzl is regarded as a leading supplier in North America.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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