Purchasing Specialist

Quirch Foods

. Review requisitions . Confer with vendors regarding product or service information, including price, availability, and delivery schedules . Select products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, vendor negotiation, and sustainable purchasing practices, with a strong focus on cost-effective decision-making and inventory management. Proficient in maintaining procurement records and ensuring compliance with organizational sustainability efforts.

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Purchasing ProceduresVendor NegotiationCost-Effective AnalysisSustainable PurchasingMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Procurement MethodsPurchase Order PreparationBid Proposal ReviewMarket Price EstimationInventory Management

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiation SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsAttention to DetailGood Time ManagementExcellent Organization Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeCertification in Purchasing

Industry Keywords

Poultry IndustryBeef IndustrySeafood IndustryDairy IndustryEnvironmental Sustainability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review requisitions
Confer with vendors regarding product or service information, including price, availability, and delivery schedules
Select products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items
Estimate values according to market price knowledge
Determine procurement methods, such as direct purchase or bid
Prepare purchase orders or bid requests
Review bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority
Maintain manual or computerized procurement records, including purchases, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories
Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to identify issues and take corrective action
Approve invoices for payment when applicable
Expedite delivery of goods to users when applicable
Work with leadership and appropriate team members to support organizational sustainability efforts, including waste reduction/optimization, water and energy conservation, and environmentally preferred purchasing practices
Support Quirch Foods' efforts to source environmentally conscious and sustainable food products

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of product and service vendor sources
Knowledge of purchasing procedures and practices
Ability to analyze product and service features, prices, and qualities to determine the most cost-effective purchase
Associate's or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or certification/licensing in a program of 18 months to 3 years duration in commercial work including purchasing and inventory management
3-5 years of purchasing experience in the poultry, beef, seafood, or dairy industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Good time management and attention to detail
Excellent organization skills
All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, and Life Insurance Plan
401K savings Plan
Paid Holidays
Personal Time off
Employee Discounts