YOUR OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting Purchasing Coordinator opportunity at our Optima office. The Purchasing Coordinator will support the purchasing needs of the transportation department as well as other operational areas by issuing purchase orders, coordinating vendor communication and resolving invoices. This role ensures timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services, with a focus on transportation related items such as fleet parts, maintenance, fuel, and equipment rentals. The Purchasing Coordinator works closely with department leaders, vendors, and Accounts Payable to maintain purchasing accuracy, support operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with company procedures and standards.
ABOUT US
At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create and issue purchase orders for transportation-related goods and services (e.g., fuel, maintenance, repair services, fleet parts, equipment rentals) with accurate coding for Accounts Payable processing.
- Generate routine and ad hoc reports to support spend analysis, vendor performance, and inventory planning.
- Collaborate with the transportation department to understand operational needs and ensure procurement compliance.
- Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment by coordinating with Accounts Payable.
- Analyze usage data and reorder patterns for critical inventory to ensure appropriate stock levels and avoid service disruptions.
- Support data integrity in the ERP system, ensuring purchases follow standard naming conventions and tracking methods.
- Communicate proactively with supervisors, mechanics, and vendors to provide purchasing support and customer service.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, including support for additional departments as needed.
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- High School or GED.
- 1 year of relevant experience.
- Analytically minded and willing to learn new ERP systems.
- Process oriented
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s Degree or 2 years of Purchasing experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- Oracle or SAP knowledge
SCHEDULE.
- Regular business hours (8am – 5pm; M-F)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
- The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Primarily an office environment with some need to work in the field.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment is dependent on which environment you are in
- The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.
WHY SEABOARD FOODS?
- Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
- 401K with company match
- Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
- Wellness Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee pork purchase program
For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/
Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.
