Purchasing Specialist
 Dairy Farmers of America | |
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
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 United States, Iowa, Le Mars | |
 Oct 21, 2025 | |
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JOB SUMMARY Our DFA/Kemps Dairy has an immediate job opening for a Purchasing Specialist to Perform all phases of order/purchasing activities with a moderate level of supervision. Acquire materials, supplies, and services and place purchase orders for goods that have standard costs and quoted discounts already in place. Adhere to internal policies and procedures. Check and process purchase orders/requisitions; review information to ensure it is complete, accurate, and that order parameters are clear and understood. Secure proper signatures or approval. Maintain accurate records of vendors and product shipments. Review opportunities for new supply sources and suitability of materials offered. Apply purchasing experience to ensure good purchasing practices. JOB DUTIES - Prepare and review requests and assist with payables, purchase orders, and invoices * Contact management or department representatives to clarify or obtain additional information * Maintain inventory items at predetermined levels to serve operations and administration * Maintain organizational flow of stockroom, parts, and supplies to aid in locating supplies and eliminate ordering unnecessary supplies * Coordinate and perform cycle counts on inventory * Monitor and report results for monthly tracking * Determine whether products have been received, receive and review accompanying documents, and forward to appropriate accounting group for payment processing * Establish, develop, and maintain positive vendor relationships and educate vendors regarding company purchasing policies and procedures * Research products and services, obtain accurate and complete price and delivery information, and recommend best source for various purchases based on price and availability * May negotiate pricing (to be reviewed by supervisor); look for ways to minimize costs (e.g., consolidate purchase orders to minimize freight costs) and present to supervisor * Research equipment and supplies for non-stock item purchases * Purchase non-inventoried items/supplies and maintain monthly records for corporate * Track status of orders and report delivery issues to affected management * Respond to requests for emergency orders, and contact vendors to expedite orders when necessary * Identify problems and issues, such as poor product quality and quantity shortages, communicate with vendors, and follow through to ensure problems are addressed * Respond to, investigate, and resolve purchasing-related inquiries, concerns, complaints, and problems * Create, compile, and maintain necessary documents for internal and external individuals (e.g., management, accounting, auditors) * Communicate purchase order procedures, changes, and directives to staff in order to ensure the smooth and accurate flow of information * The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required DFA/Kemps Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Oak Farms Dairy we create products that we are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy. By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us! OUR MATERIAL EXPEDITORS MAKE:
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM BENEFITS:
An Equal Opportunity Employer | |