Job Title: Supply Chain Purchaser/Buyer - TX
Reports to: Head of Procurement & SC Manager - TX
Location: Lewisville, TX
Job Type: Full-time/Exempt
Business Hours: M-F 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000
About the Company:
Warabeya North America is a leading food manufacturer specializing in high-quality fresh and ready-to-eat food products. As part of the global Warabeya Nichiyo Group headquartered in Japan, we combine decades of food innovation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Our North American operations are growing, offering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and growth with the company.
Position Summary:
The Supply Chain (SC) Purchaser supervises the daily activities of the Material Control/Supply Chain department. This role is responsible for analyzing, reporting, recording, tracking, and auditing purchasing information and inventory for the TX plant. The SC Purchaser collaborates closely with the Warehouse Supervisor and warehouse team to manage purchasing needs and support inventory control for the facility.
This position is a purchasing focused role, and a strong purchasing background is mandatory. Inventory control and warehouse management experience is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
โข Collaborate with Warehouse Supervisor regarding any issues regarding purchasing, inventory and the team coverage
โข Get cross trained in inventory management and have the basic knowledge of warehouse management for team coverage for daily operations including weekends and holidays
โข Manage the inventory and warehousing activities by effectively forecasting material demands, stock levels, re-order points and resources capacity ensuring product availability
โข Maintain and update e-procurement computerized system and prepare status reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
โข Build and develop relationships with other departments (Production, R&D) while ensuring compliance in all areas as specified by company policies and procedures
โข Manage the receiving details and implement corrective actions for dispute resolution
โข Ensure accurate and timely receipts of invoices and purchase orders - A/P Vouchers in Syteline, Invoice reconciliation
โข Maintain and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems
Additional Responsibilities:
โข Crosstrain with warehouse supervisor/manager and become backup for warehouse supervisor/manager as needed
โข Assist Supply Chain Manager and guide the team with warehouse supervisor/manager to achieve the department goals
โข Drive JSOX project - communicate with internal auditors and provide requested information in a timely manner
โข Support the inventory and purchasing system upgrade or implementation projects as needed
โข Perform other duties as assigned
The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities of this role as needed to meet business requirements.
Qualifications:
Required
โข 2-year degree or a combination of sufficient experience and education
โข Minimum 2 years of Purchasing experience
โข Minimum 2 years of Purchasing and inventory systems such as SAP or Oracle
โข English proficiency in both oral and written
โข MS office proficiency
โข Must be able to work after hours for weekly and monthly inventory audit
โข Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed
โข Time management and task prioritization skills
โข Takes initiative, seeks improvement, and adapts to challenges
โข Strong planning skills including forecasting and cost saving
โข Excellent at relationship building and interpersonal effectiveness
โข Consistently produces accurate, thorough, and well-organized work
โข Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
โข Must have a hands-on work ethic
โข Flexible mindset with the ability to adapt to change and learn quickly
โข Ability to work onsite (remote work is not an option)
โข Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the employment begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.
Preferred
โข Knowledge and experience of Lean principles and practices
โข Supervisor and managerial experience
โข Familiar with Syteline, Infor
Work Environment and Workplace:
โข Work is primarily performed in an indoor environment, including office, manufacturing, and warehouse settings
โข The role may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, regular exposure to conditions such as hot and cold temperatures, humidity, and confined spaces depending on job duties
โข The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate
โข The work environments may include exposure to food ingredients and cleaning agents
Physical Requirement:
To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, the employee must be able to:
โข Must be able to remain in a stationary position and/or move for extended periods
โข Lift, transport, maneuver materials, or equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds
โข Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently to access materials, equipment, and work areas
โข Maintain visual acuity to read labels, monitors, and safety indicators
โข Ability to differentiate between color-coded materials used in sorting, labeling, or quality verification processes
โข Communicate effectively using speech, written language, hearing, and visual observation in person, by phone, and via virtual platforms
โข Use hands and fingers to input data, mouse, and standard office equipment (if applicable)
Travel Requirements:
This position may require domestic travel (including by air and car)
Benefits:
โข 401(k), 401(k) matching
โข Dental/Medical, Vision insurance - 100% paid employee's premium
โข Life Insurance
โข Paid Time Off