Junior Procurement Specialist

Position Summary

The Jr. Procurement Specialist supports the Byhalia Facility and Corelle Brands Corporate Office through the full lifecycle of procurement activities, including the creation and execution of purchase requisitions (PRs) and purchase orders (POs). This role also partners closely with the Raw Material Procurement Manager on sourcing, raw material planning, and inventory management.

Primary Responsibilities

Procurement & Raw Material Planning

• Generate purchase requisitions and purchase orders with suppliers.
• Confirm receipt and accuracy of orders; adjust PIRs as needed.
• Follow up with requisitioners to ensure compliance with PR/PO process guidelines.
• Adjust PO quantities and dates based on changes in demand or forecast.
• Serve as the primary contact for all MMDC vendors.
• Plan and schedule raw materials based on forecast and known demand.
• Partner with packaging suppliers to address demand needs and quality issues.
• Identify and recommend cost‑reduction and savings opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company safety and security policies.

Demand Planning

• Identify material availability and communicate requirements to operations.
• Support demand planning to ensure timely coverage of materials and products.
• Identify supply chain issues and improvement opportunities related to transportation and logistics.
• Provide timely reporting and feedback to planning teams.
• Participate in company quality and safety systems.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or related roles.
• Experience working cross‑functionally to execute procurement strategies.
• Demonstrated success building relationships with suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of corporate purchasing practices.
• Advanced computer skills in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships internally and externally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, follow directions, and recommend next steps.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Professional communication skills across phone, email, radio, and in‑person interactions.

Preferred

• Knowledge of ISO operations.
• 2+ years of warehouse, DC, or logistics experience.
• Experience with demand planning, shipping, and receiving processes.