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Director Ingredient Buyer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This is a full time direct hire role. **Protein buying experience required. What you will do as ingredient buyer : * Request bids from vendors and prepare quotes * Maintain relationship with existing ...

This is a full time direct hire role. **Protein buying experience required. What you will do as ingredient buyer : * Request bids from vendors and prepare quotes * Maintain relationship with existing ...

Sourcing Buyer Ingredients

Irving, TX · On-site +1

$76K - $99K/yr

Support new product development initiatives by ensuring timely and cost-effective ingredient ... Self-directed, self-motivated, and detail-oriented * Strong analytical, prioritization and decision ...

Sourcing Buyer Ingredients

Irving, TX · On-site +1

$76K - $99K/yr

Support new product development initiatives by ensuring timely and cost-effective ingredient ... Self-directed, self-motivated, and detail-oriented * Strong analytical, prioritization and decision ...

Procurement Buyer

Holland, MI · On-site

$26 - $34.50/hr

Director of Purchasing Department: Purchasing Location: Holland, MI There has never been a more ... This role purchases ingredients and materials to meet production schedules, forecasting, and ...

Senior Buyer

Westampton Township, NJ · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

The Senior Buyer is responsible for executing the day-to-day procurement of ingredients, packaging ... Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) operations while maintaining optimal inventory levels, supplier ...

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How much do director ingredient buyer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for director ingredient buyer in the United States is $72,133.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $89,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Ingredient Buyer vs Ingredient Buyer?

AspectDirector Ingredient BuyerIngredient Buyer
ResponsibilitiesOversees procurement strategies, manages supplier relationships, and leads team efforts in ingredient sourcingExecutes purchasing tasks, negotiates prices, and manages day-to-day ingredient procurement
CredentialsBachelor’s degree, extensive industry experience, leadership skillsBachelor’s degree, relevant purchasing or supply chain experience
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, cross-department collaborationProcurement departments, supplier sites
Industry UsageCommon in large food, beverage, or cosmetic companiesFound across various manufacturing sectors requiring ingredient sourcing

The main difference between a Director Ingredient Buyer and an Ingredient Buyer lies in scope and leadership. The Director oversees procurement strategies and manages teams, while the Ingredient Buyer focuses on executing purchasing tasks. Both roles require relevant experience and industry knowledge, but the director position involves higher-level decision-making and strategic planning.

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ingredient Buyer

Greensboro, NC • On-site

Starhired
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description


If you are a Ingredient Buyer with 3+ years processed food ingredient buying experience ready to join a well established pet food manufacturer, then this role is for you. You will be responsible for procurement raw material and supplies, negotiate price and terms with vendors and insure that goods are delivered in time and without problems. This is a full time direct hire role.
**Protein buying experience required.
What you will do as ingredient buyer :
  • Request bids from vendors and prepare quotes
  • Maintain relationship with existing suppliers and create new ones, evaluating suppliers based on quality, price and reliability
  • Manage records on purchase orders, pricing
  • Research market conditions and other trends
  • Other tasks as advised

What you will need as an ingredient Buyer:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience with planning and forecasting
  • Food buying experience
  • Process food experience buying a plus
  • Buying Meats for manufacturing
  • Have supplier connections
  • Experience as a buyer, manufacturing background a plus

What you will get as an ingredient Buyer:
  • Competitive pay
  • Great Benefits
  • work-life-balance

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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Milford, MA, US

Year founded

2017

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