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Weekend Ingredient Buyer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Buyer

North Andover, MA · On-site

$62K - $80K/yr

Oversee the flow of key materials and ingredients, including inbound transportation, ensuring ... Provide after-hours and weekend communication as needed to address urgent production issues.

Manage replenishment orders/inventory of boxes, bottles, caps, labels and dry ingredients to ... Requires occasional work on nights and weekends. Physical Demands * Ability to sit for extended ...

Buyer Planner

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$71K - $80K/yr

Manage packaging and dry ingredient KPIs to track performance, inventory health, and support ... Requires occasional work on nights and weekends. Physical Demands * Ability to sit for extended ...

Buyer Jr

North Kingstown, RI · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Role Requirements: · Maintain ingredient supply plan by calculating multi-level bills of material ... weekends, holidays). Job Responsibilities: · Product replenishment of assigned categories. · ...

Buyer

Preston, WA

$34 - $43/hr

Plan and purchase raw ingredients and packaging to appropriate coverage referencing the inventory ... Ability to travel up to 10%, occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for special ...

Buyer

Preston, WA · On-site

$34 - $43/hr

Plan and purchase raw ingredients and packaging to appropriate coverage referencing the inventory ... Ability to travel up to 10%, occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for special ...

MRO Buyer - Bakery

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$64K - $95K/yr

Ingredients Required for Your Success * 3+ years Inventory storeroom experience * Experience with ... weekend rotation, covering absences, assisting with off-shift coverage, and ensuring adherence to ...

MRO Buyer - Bakery

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$64K - $95K/yr

Ingredients Required for Your Success * 3+yearsInventory storeroom experience * Experience with SAP ... weekend rotation, covering absences,assistingwith off-shift coverage, and ensuring adherence to ...

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How much do weekend ingredient buyer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend ingredient buyer in the United States is $68,384.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Ingredient Buyer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Locum Tenens, 80% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,384 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

Buyer, Ingredients & Packaging

Klosterman Baking Co

Hebron, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Summary:

The Ingredients and Packaging Buyer is responsible for leading the day-to-day procurement activities for raw materials and packaging. This role assists in sourcing, negotiating and procuring both raw food ingredients and packaging materials to support production. This role ensures that all materials meet specifications and cost standards while aligning with the company supply chain and financial goals. 

Essential Functions


  • Manage sourcing and purchasing direct ingredients and packaging products through PO placements directly with suppliers through Business Central system.
  • Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality and service expectations.
  • Assist in negotiating terms, pricing, and contracts with vendors to achieve best value.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to forecast material needs and support production schedules.
  • Maintain accurate procurement data and documentation in ERP systems.
  • Resolve supply issues and coordinate contingency plans when disruptions occur.
  • Support cost reduction initiatives and identify new sourcing opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned


Core Competencies

  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Attention to detail and organization
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Initiative and problem-solving
  • Integrity and accountability


Job Specific Competencies

  • Knowledge of procurement best practices and supplier management
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems
  • Understanding of food safety and quality standards
  • Analytical skills to assess costs, trends, and performance metrics


Work Environment

  • Office-based with regular interaction with production, quality, and warehouse teams
  • Occasional visits to manufacturing sites and vendor locations

Physical Demands

  • Standard office activities, including sitting, typing, and occasional travel to plant and supplier locations
  • Occasional lifting of materials or samples up to 25 pounds

Expected Hours of Work

  • Full-time position, typical business hours
  • Occasional evening or weekend work to meet deadlines or address urgent supply chain issues


Travel

  • Occasional travel is required to vendors, plant locations, and industry events

Required Education and Experience

  • Minimum 3-5 years of procurement experience in the food industry
  • Proven experience negotiating and managing vendor contracts


Preferred Education and Experience

  • Experience in food manufacturing or a regulated production environment
  • Familiarity with Lean or continuous improvement processes
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
  • Experience in buying packaging 




Klosterman Baking Company is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.