Purchaser

Echo Lake Foods is a leading manufacturer of ready-to-eat egg products and breakfast foods, including waffles, pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, omelets, and egg patties, serving major retail, foodservice, and national restaurant customers across the United States. Founded in 1941 and headquartered in Burlington, Wisconsin, the company operates multiple production facilities throughout the Midwest and has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer partnerships.

In 2025, Echo Lake Foods was acquired by Cal-Maine Foods, Inc., the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States, marking an exciting new chapter of growth. This partnership strengthens our resources, expands our capabilities, and supports continued investment in our people, facilities, and products. Creating new opportunities for employees to grow their careers within a stable and expanding organization.

Echo Lake Foods is seeking a detail-oriented Purchaser to support daily purchasing operations and ensure the timely procurement of goods and services. This role works closely with vendors, internal departments, and Accounting to maintain accurate purchase records, control costs, and support operational needs throughout the facility.

Hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday - Friday

Key Qualifications

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and data entry
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with vendors, internal departments, and finance teams
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Experience with purchasing, procurement, inventory control, or related functions preferred

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors
• Track spending and compare quotes to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Log all orders into facility GL spreadsheets and monitor monthly budgets by cost center
• Follow established approval processes when submitting requisition requests
• Create purchase orders within the CMMS system and ensure all information is entered accurately
• Verify receiving records against purchase orders to confirm items were received as ordered
• Submit completed purchase order documentation to the Accounting Department
• Coordinate with Accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies and missing documentation
• Close completed purchase orders once all items have been received and reconciled
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
• Perform additional purchasing and administrative duties as assigned

Preferred Experience

• Purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain experience
• Experience working with ERP, CMMS, or purchasing systems
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost analysis, and vendor management

Why Join Echo Lake Foods?

• Stable and growing food manufacturing company
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team-oriented work environment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.