Production Food Service Inventory & Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing And Inventory SpecialistThe Purchasing And Inventory Specialist is responsible for all purchasing and inventory functions at the Culinary Center. We are looking for a particular individual who is jazzed by controlling costs and invigorated by the accuracy of all information related to purchasing and inventory.Essential Functions:Ensures inventory and cost of raw materials are accurate in FlexiBake -- responsible for entire purchasing and inventory processCreates purchase orders, receives, and verifies costs within FlexiBakeTroubleshoots inventory issues and communicates with production any relevant issuesCost control -- weekly communication on price variances more than 3%Monitors fluctuations in product cost and acts and communicates accordinglyWorks with vendors to always ensure best possible pricingConducts weekly inventory of all raw materialsManages inbound logistics and receivingWorks in tandem with R&D to provide accurate costs for new itemsContinuous improvementPerform other duties as assigned by leadershipWe are proud to offer competitive benefits including:Sick time and paid vacation401KLong-Term DisabilityIncentive and bonus EligibleCompetitive CompensationOpportunities for AdvancementEmployee Training and DevelopmentWho We Are:Taher, Inc. is a family-owned and operated, chef-driven, food service management company providing K-12 school lunch management, campus dining, senior dining, corporate dining and catering, and vending and office beverage services to clients in our growing nationwide footprint.

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