Purchasing Coordinator - Guymon, OK

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting Purchasing Coordinator opportunity in our Guymon, OK, processing facility. In this role, you will be responsible for performing various functions within the purchasing department, including data entry, coordinating purchasing processes for stock and non-stock items, invoice resolution, and analyzing inventory levels. You must also be able to communicate effectively and collaborate with vendors, management, and operations.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the "Best Places to Work" by Kansas City's Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create & issue purchase orders in a timely fashion to ensure proper coding for AP processing
• Analyze inventory levels & transactions of items purchased to ensure reorder points are appropriate and order quantities are correct.
• Collaborate and assist warehouse, parts room & PPE departments with order picking, material handling, inventory reconciliation, and scheduled cycle counts
• Run routine reports to ensure PO's, Receipts, and GRNI statues are accurate
• Maintain required documentation for food safety compliance
• Maintain system data integrity, and ensure entries follow defined nomenclature to support competitive sourcing events
• Communicates effectively and collaborates with department leadership and vendors to ensure the position provides a high level of customer service and accountability
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action

oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree preferred or two years of procurement experience, including mathematics and ability to interpret varying units of measure.
• Work experience in purchasing, materials management or other related field in a high volume, fast-paced work environment is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel skills, or similar applications, and ERP system experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, English required, bi-lingual a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to wet, cold and/or humid conditions. Consistently working in an environment ranging from +35 to -20 degrees. The noise level in the work environment is usually at a level that requires the OSHA required hearing protection.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/working-at-seaboard-foods/benefits/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as disabled individuals, or any other status protected by law.