Purchasing Coordinator (Day Shift)

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting Purchasing Coordinator opportunity in our Guymon, OK, processing facility. In this highly impactful role, you will be a key member of the scheduling team.  The Purchasing Coordinator will be responsible for performing various functions within the purchasing department, including data entry, coordinating purchasing processes for stock and non-stock items, invoice resolution, and analyzing inventory levels. You must also be able to communicate effectively and collaborate with vendors, management, and operations This is an administrative support position that requires strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage large volumes of purchasing and inventory-related information accurately. 

ABOUT US  

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. We are a Fortune 500 employer, recently nominated by the Business Journal as one of the “Best Places to Work”, representing our dynamic culture, where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Create & issue purchase orders in a timely fashion to ensure proper coding for AP processing.  

• Monitor inventory levels and usage trends to maintain appropriate stock levels and support uninterrupted production.  

• Collaborate and assist warehouse, parts room & PPE departments with order picking, material handling, inventory reconciliation, and scheduled cycle counts.  

• Run routine reports to ensure PO’s, Receipts, and GRNI statues are accurate.  

• Maintain required documentation for food safety compliance.  

• Maintain system data integrity, and ensure entries follow defined nomenclature to support competitive sourcing events.  

• Communicates effectively and collaborates with department leadership and vendors to ensure the position provides a high level of customer service and accountability  

• Will support warehouse duties occasionally and perform other related duties as assigned. 

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: Instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required: 

• Associate’s degree preferred or two years of procurement experience, including mathematics and ability to interpret varying units of measure. 

• One to two years of administrative, clerical, purchasing support, inventory control, or customer service experience preferred. 

• Experience in purchasing, inventory management, warehouse operations, or materials management in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment is strongly preferred. 

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel skills, or similar applications, and ERP system experience preferred. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, English required, bi-lingual a plus.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to wet, cold and/or humid conditions and requires regular interaction with warehouse, parts room, and production areas. 

Consistently working in an environment ranging from +35 to -20 degrees. The noise level in the work environment is usually at a level that requires the OSHA required hearing protection.  Required personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided. 

 WHY SEABOARD FOODS? 

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire 

• 401K with company match 

• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays 

• Wellness Program  

• Tuition reimbursement  

• Employee pork purchase program  

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/ 

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.