MFG PLANT BUYER (HOURLY)

Kroger Health
Cincinnati, OH
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Responsible for buying raw materials, ingredient items, and packaging at the optimum value to maximize profit. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

What You Will Do

Coordinate, obtain, and evaluate projected finished product requirements, maintain economic inventory levels beyond immediate operational requirements, and maintain a continuity of supply of procured raw materials and packaging at a reasonable cost consistent with quality specifications and operations requirements.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Establish and maintain positive vendor relations, conduct annual physical inventory of all central stock, comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and procedures, and participate in and actively support all Safety and Reliability initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain management
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits to support Associate Well-Being
  • Affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off
  • Emotional and financial support with free counseling and financial tools and coaching
  • Valuable associate discounts on purchases
  • Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career
  • Vast potential for growth through industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways
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