Supply Chain Manager at Legacy Foods MFG LLC

Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Replenishment Buying, Material Requirements Planning, Procurement, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Purchase Order Management, Demand Forecasting, Supplier Negotiation, ERP System Usage, Data Analysis, Supply Chain Optimization, Vendor Management, Stock Level Maintenance, Production Coordination, Administrative Assistance, Supplier Performance Analysis

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Description Legacy Foods – Supply Chain Manager Location: Elk Grove Village, IL | Full-Time, On-Site About Legacy Foods: Legacy crafts exceptional sauces, dressings, and soups that deliver real value to our customers. Innovation drives our work, as we consistently explore new ingredients, techniques, and trends to create fresh, flavorful products that inspire creativity in every kitchen. Our team is dedicated to developing bold new flavors and improving classic recipes, always striving to raise the bar. Role Description The Replenishment Buyer will manage the procurement and execution of material requirements planning. This role maintains material availability for production while balancing working capital and warehousing constraints. This is a full-time on-site role based in Elk Grove Village, IL. The Replenishment Buyer will handle day-to-day tasks such as managing purchase orders, overseeing inventory management, and maintaining inventory control. Additionally, the Replenishment Buyer will analyze data and trends to ensure optimal stock levels and collaborate with various departments to meet production needs. Position Responsibilities: Manage daily and weekly replenishment orders to maintain stock levels. Track product demand and usage patterns to forecast future inventory needs. Monitor open purchase orders, ensure timely deliveries, and resolve delays with vendors. Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with suppliers. Coordinate with warehouse and production planning on incoming goods and stock issues. Provide occasional front desk coverage and administrative assistance as needed. Monitor supply plans to identify changes and to determine their effect on material requirements schedules. Report on out-of-stock materials, excess items, and slow-moving inventory. Analyze supplier performance, and inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste or optimize customer service. Requirements Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field preferred. Minimum 5+ years of experience in supply chain, material management, procurement, or demand/supply planning (food manufacturing experience a plus). Proven experience with inventory management and purchase order processes. Strong understanding of inventory control processes and supply chain operations. Experience using an ERP system for planning, reporting, and analysis. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and data analysis. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make actionable recommendations. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively with multiple teams. Demonstrated ability to lead projects and take ownership of supply chain initiatives.

Responsibilities

The Replenishment Buyer is responsible for managing daily and weekly replenishment orders, tracking demand, monitoring open purchase orders, and ensuring timely deliveries while resolving vendor delays. This role also involves analyzing supplier performance and inventory to optimize turns, reduce waste, and improve customer service.