Purchasing Coordinator – Job description
Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator.
Location: Commerce, CA
Reports to: VP of Procurement
Pay Status: Non-Exempt.
Founded in 2006, Revolution Foods, a Public Benefit Corporation and Certified B Corporation, is the leading provider of fresh vended meals for schools and senior citizens in California and Nevada. Revolution Foods serves well over 200K fresh meals per day to Charter Schools, Public School Districts, Senior Centers and Community Based Organizations.
The Company and its more than 800 employees are committed to serving fresh, healthy, delicious, meals accessible to all. We are a growing, mission-driven company that strives to employ self-motivated, mission- driven employees who are committed to improving communities through equitable access to nutritious food.
As of July 1, the company will operate from 2 production centers in California (SoCal: Commerce, NorCal: San Lorenzo) and 1 distribution center in Las Vegas, NV.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Review upcoming order volume and inbound receipts to identify any potential issues.Address any supply issues found during daily requisition process (which is the moving of raw materials into production room). Provide guidance on updated deliveries or substitution choices to address shortages.Communicate with vendors to schedule / confirm pickup and deliveries.Document vendor performance and work directly with them on resolving problems / improving ongoing performance.Serve as the Purchasing representative on the site management team, working cross-functionally to better serve our customers and improve overall productivity.Assist Buyers with creating / modifying purchase orders and researching three-way match issues (PO to Actual Receipt to Invoice)Work closely with warehouse staff and help maintain an accurate inventory count.Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases.Safety awareness will be priority # 1, adheres to follow all GMP’s and guidelines.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently and as part of a team.Create and submit orders to vendors.Schedule confirm pickups and deliveries.Maintain compliance regarding different menu specifications, costs and food safety.Receives and maintains inventories.Inform supervisor verbally and written reports of any problems or issues encountered during deliveries and throughout the day.Work closely with warehouse staff and help maintain an accurate inventory count.Maintain excel spread sheets current.Create and submits order to suppliers.Track inventories and orders to ensure timely delivery.Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED. BA/BS is preferred.Experience working in a directly related position, ideally within the food industryProficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications. Experience with ERP system is highly preferred.Fluent in English and Spanish (preferred).Able to work accurately with attention to detail.Comfortable in fast paced environment.Able to collaborate and work in a team environment.Able to have repetitive use of hands for grasping, writing, and typing etc.Able to bend, twist, walk, and stand to perform normal job functions.
Base Hourly Compensation Range:
| Min | Mid | Max| $25.00 | $26.00 | $27.00
About Revolution Foods:At Revolution Foods we put people first. Our team is made up of talented, entrepreneurial spirited individuals who are driven by a shared mission. We thrive on collaboration, innovation, and creating social impact while delivering kid-inspired, chef-crafted food across the nation. Revolution Foods supports a work environment that is challenging and invigorating. In return, we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, encouraging talent development, empowerment and diversity.