Supports the strategic sourcing of new and existing direct material (ingredients & packaging) to support the manufacturing of finished goods according to established procedures, practices, and policies.
It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
6-8 years of experience in a purchasing or related supply chain role, ideally in the food industry and/or organics, or a combination of experience with a relevant Degree (Business, Agricultural Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Packaging Engineering).
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and write routine reports and correspondence and lead professional conversations and meetings with customers or coworkers.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
MATHEMATICAL / COMPUTER SKILLS
Ability to analyze and solve basic math and algebraic problems. Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Excel, Word, and Power Point. Experience using ERP and Supply Chain Plan Systems preferred.
REASONING ABILITY and CREATIVITY: Ability to creatively solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced team environment essential, with a high degree of flexibility and tolerance to change.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
TRAVEL
This job will require up to 20% travel.
California Compensation Range: $85,600-$128,400
*This range is for California employees living in the Bay area. Other locations may be subject to a lower range.
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