Purchasing Supervisor

Share

Top Job

Located in Hanford, CA

Salary: 80k-85k

Purchasing & Warehouse Supervisor

?? Hanford, CA ?? Direct Hire ?? $80,000–$85,000/year

A growing food-manufacturing operation is seeking an experienced Purchasing & Warehouse Supervisor to lead procurement, receiving, inventory control, and warehouse operations. This role ensures materials are sourced, stored, and delivered efficiently to support uninterrupted production while maintaining strict food-safety and quality standards.

 

Position Summary

The Purchasing & Warehouse Supervisor oversees all purchasing activities, vendor relationships, warehouse operations, and inventory accuracy. This leader ensures the “Right Quality, Right Quantity, Right Place, Right Time, and Right Price” for all materials while driving continuous improvement and supporting cross-functional teams.

 

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

  • Manage purchasing activities, including issuing and tracking purchase orders

  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and vendor performance

  • Conduct cost analysis and resolve discrepancies

  • Maintain accurate procurement data (lead times, MOQs, usage, etc.)

Receiving & Inventory Control

  • Oversee receiving, inspection, and documentation of incoming materials

  • Ensure proper lot tracking, labeling, and food-safety compliance

  • Maintain accurate inventory records; lead cycle counts and physical inventories

Warehouse Operations

  • Supervise daily warehouse activities, storage, and material handling

  • Enforce FIFO and proper product rotation

  • Maintain warehouse organization in compliance with GMP and FSMA

  • Monitor logs, equipment inspections, and forklift maintenance

Planning & Logistics

  • Forecast material needs based on production schedules

  • Coordinate deliveries and internal material transfers

  • Ensure timely material flow to prevent production downtime

Quality, Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, FSSC 22000, and regulatory standards

  • Manage COAs and collaborate with Quality Assurance

  • Enforce safety policies and maintain a safe work environment

Leadership

  • Supervise warehouse and receiving staff

  • Lead hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluations

  • Conduct team meetings and promote a collaborative culture

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Associate degree or equivalent experience

  • 3+ years of warehouse supervision and purchasing experience

Technical Knowledge

  • Understanding of HACCP, GMP, FSSC 22000, and food-safety regulations

  • ERP experience (DAX preferred)

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and communication skills

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail

  • Effective negotiator with strategic planning skills

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Certifications

  • HACCP

  • PCQI

 

Work Environment

  • Office and warehouse setting

  • Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs

  • Exposure to warehouse equipment and moderate noise

Express Office: Visalia
4002 South Demaree
Suite B
Visalia, CA 93277
Apply Now