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Harvest Food Group LLC · Naperville, Illinois
Position Summary
The
Purchasing
Specialist
is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing packaging materials required to support manufacturing operations. This position works closely with Procurement, Planning, Production, Quality, R&D, Customer Service, and suppliers to ensure packaging is available on time, at the right quality, and at best total cost.
The position will manage assigned packaging commodities, develop supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, monitor supplier performance, and support new product launches and packaging changes.
This is an onsite work model at our headquarters in Naperville, IL.
Please note: This position is not eligible for sponsorship or visa transfer
Key
Packaging Sourcing & Procurement
Source packaging materials including cartons, corrugated cases, bags, films, labels, liners, totes, pallets, and other packaging components.
Develop and maintain qualified packaging suppliers.
Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations and negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, MOQs, and payment terms.
Identify opportunities to reduce packaging cost through competitive sourcing, specification changes, volume leverage, and supplier negotiations.
Maintain accurate pricing and supplier information within the ERP system.
Monitor market conditions and identify packaging cost trends and risks.
Supply & Inventory Management
Ensure packaging materials are available to support the production schedule.
Work closely with Planning and Production Scheduling to identify upcoming packaging requirements.
Monitor supplier lead times, minimum order quantities, and inventory levels.
Support appropriate
Min/Max, safety stock, and reorder-point levels .
Identify and resolve potential shortages before they impact production.
Coordinate expedited orders when necessary while minimizing premium freight costs.
Help manage obsolete and excess packaging inventory.
Supplier Management
Establish strong relationships with key packaging suppliers.
On-time delivery
Quality
Pricing
Responsiveness
Lead-time adherence
Participate in supplier scorecards and business reviews.
Work with Quality to address packaging defects and corrective actions.
Develop alternate suppliers for critical or high-risk packaging materials.
New Product & Packaging Development
Support R&D and Commercial teams with packaging sourcing for new products.
Obtain quotes and lead times for new packaging components.
Coordinate packaging samples and trials with suppliers.
Support development of packaging specifications, artwork, and revisions.
Ensure packaging changes are communicated to Planning, Production, Quality, and suppliers.
Support BOM development and packaging component setup in the ERP system.
Cost Savings & Continuous Improvement
Develop and execute annual packaging cost-reduction initiatives.
Conduct competitive bidding and supplier comparisons.
Volume consolidation
Specification optimization
Alternate materials
Alternate suppliers
Freight optimization
Contract pricing
Longer-term supply agreements
Track and report purchasing savings and cost avoidance.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Operations or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience sourcing
packaging materials , preferably within food or consumer products manufacturing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Ability to manage multiple suppliers, projects, and priorities.
Knowledge of corrugated, flexible packaging, cartons, films, labels, and printed materials.
Comprehensive
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability
Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays
401(k) matching,
Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Program,
Details
| Company | Harvest Food Group LLC |
| Location | Naperville, Illinois |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Full-time |