This is a temporary position that will last a period of approximately 3 to 6 months 

What You Will Do

The Bakery Procurement Coordinator performs ingredient procurement and inventory leveling for the Production Bakery facility. This position is the key decision maker for item orders, including quantities and ship dates, based off production orders. The Bakery Procurement Coordinator is responsible for maintaining relationships with vendors and acting as a representative of Raley’s. This classification requires knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of inventory management as well as excellent communication and analytical skills.

Who We Are

The Raley’s Companies is a private, family-owned, and purpose-driven retail company headquartered in West Sacramento, CA. Since our founding in 1935, our store operations have grown to include more than 235 locations across four states and four Tribal Nations under eight well-known banners: Raley’s, Bel Air, Nob Hill Foods, Raley’s O-N-E Market, Bashas’, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods and Bashas’ Diné Market. In addition, The Raley’s Companies bridges the divide between the physical and digital retail experiences through the operation of Apium Logistics, Fieldera and FieldTRUE. Built on a higher purpose, the organization and our over 21,000 employees are committed to quality offerings, exceptional service and doing right by our team members, communities and planet. 

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401(k) including company contributions and matching funds
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Scholarship opportunities for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
• Paid time off
• Family leave and time off
• Life insurance
• Wellness Programs (Raley’s Healthy Lifestyles)
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax - commuter, childcare, and medical expenses)
• Health Savings Account
• Corporate store and discount programs (10% off groceries, free items)
• Discounts to amusement parks, gym memberships, mobile phone plans, etc. 
• Employee Assistance Program (free financial, legal, and mental health services)
• Charitable contribution opportunity and volunteer time off and community events

The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonably expects to pay for the position. The actual compensation offered to the selected individual(s) will depend on their relevant education, training, or experience, among other bona fide factors.

How You will Make a Difference

• Maintains ingredients and supply inventory levels for Production Bakery to ensure production goals are met.
• Reviews and analyzes production schedule and recipes to determine Purchase Order needs.
• Prepares Purchase Orders, ensures accurate costs of products/materials and maintains up-to-date pricing catalog library.
• Assesses shelf life of products when determining timing of orders and schedules delivery appointments.
• Responsible for data management and maintains up-to-date bakery procurement information.
• Updates physical and digital files of materials, inventories, deliveries and ingredient changes.
• Prepares ad hoc reports of historical orders to assist with inventory planning, upon request.
• Provides frequent status updates to leader regarding inventory levels and issues that need escalation.
• Performs daily audits of BOLs, sales orders, and invoices to ensure accuracy.
• Fosters collaborative relationships with internal business partners and suppliers to ensure product availability, consistency of supply and supplier performance management.
• Participates in reoccurring meetings with suppliers.
• Contacts current and new vendors to source and negotiate cost-efficient raw materials.
• Obtains Service Agreement(s) and Proof of Insurance from suppliers.
• Responds to questions from internal and external contacts.
• Prepares raw material bid proposals and contracts to ensure the most cost-efficient materials are sourced.
• Maintains supplier scorecard and performance KPI tracking and reporting to suppliers.
• Administrative support including, faxing, photocopying, as well as written, telephone and email correspondence with business partners.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business or related field and a minimum of one (1) year experience in inventory management or procurement and two (2) or more years in an office environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge

• Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of inventory management.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency MS Office Suite.
• Strong SAP knowledge and experience.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Analytical skills for making sound business decisions.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and develop and maintain effective communication and working relationships with all business partners.

Physical Demands - Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:

• Sitting
• Viewing computer monitor.
• Keyboarding

Work Environment

Work is performed in a business office environment.

Internal Applicants:
• No disciplinary action during the past 6 months.
• Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide endorsement upon request from HR.
• You must upload a resume and answer all application questions