About the Organization
Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of butter and dairy ingredients since 1904 and we are always looking to add to our team. With additional facilities across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Utah, Grassland is a key player in the dairy industry dedicated to producing high-quality products while maintaining a positive work environment for a driven, talent-filled team of employees.
Our company offers the most comprehensive benefits package in the area to our employees, generous paid time off, and competitive wages.
Description
Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. is expanding, and with that growth comes opportunity. We're looking for a Procurement Associate to support our Financial Quality Control and Procurement Manager and help keep our operations running smoothly and efficiently.
The Procurement Associate will act as support staff to the Financial Quality Control and Procurement Manager and must be extremely detail oriented and highly organized. This position is responsible for managing levels of supply inventories associated with plant operations at multiple plants; daily monitoring of packaging levels, procurement, and coordination with logistics to ensure timely delivery of packaging items to meet production needs. This person will be expected to identify and analyze issues to minimize procurement related business disruptions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitor supply inventory levels for multiple facilities
- Interact with sales, accounting, transportation, and other procurement team members to identify and meet the ongoing supply needs of the business
- Minimize procurement related business disruptions by identifying issues, analyzing the root cause, and modifying procedures to fix the issues going forward
- Ensure quality over financial transactions
- Analyze inventory usage and ordering patterns to maximize inventory turns and attain high volume pricing on orders
- Support month-end and year-end close process
- Maintain proper documentation in all formats of recordkeeping
- Perform other duties as assigned
Summary of Benefits:
We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our team members, including:
- Health & Dental Insurance - 100% of premiums paid by the company with low deductibles.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - With 5% company match after 6 months of employment.
- Weekly Pay through Direct Deposit.
- Paid Time Off - Includes vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
- YMCA membership rate reductions (Neillsville and Marshfield locations).
- Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance.
- Company-provided Life insurance coverage.
- Hiring Bonus - $2,000 sign-on bonus.
- Reimbursements - Safety Footwear and Glasses.
- Referral Bonuses - Earn rewards for bringing great people to the team.
- Professional Growth - Opportunities for training, advancement, and career development.
Compensation:
Compensation for this position ranges from $ 21.00/hour to $ 24.00/hour, based on education, experience, and relevant qualifications will be taken into consideration.
We value the skills and background each candidate brings and offer a competitive pay structure designed to recognize your expertise and contributions.
Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Position Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment
- Self-motivated and the ability to multi-task projects and adhere to deadlines
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to work within a team
- Ability to complete tasks with limited supervision, strong initiative and analytical skills
- High skill level of Microsoft Office Products, with particular emphasis on Excel
- Familiar with navigating Adobe programs and functions
Education and Experience:
- Associates Degree or equivalent require
A combination of education and experience may be considered at Grassland's discretion
Category
Administration
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Grassland Dairy Products
Shift
Days
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.