Associate Commodity Buyer

Step into a role that keeps production moving!

Who You’ll Work For…

While most companies that sell Pizza have no real connection to Italy, Palermo’s passion for food and family reaches all the way back to the country where Pizza was born. “Papa Palermo” carried the cherished recipes to America from Sicily!

Innovation is at the heart of who we are. We use an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking approach resulting in high quality products that are consistently recognized by both the industry and consumers.

Our commitment to quality has made Palermo’s a leader in private label frozen Pizza and contract manufacturing!

Perks…

• 20 free Pizzas per month
• Growing company & career development opportunities
• Amazing total rewards package + 401k with company match
• Paid holidays plus a floating holiday

Located in Milwaukee’s Menomonee River Valley, Villa Palermo is a state-of-the industry manufacturing facility that adjoins our company headquarters.

Our high-tech pizza manufacturing operations include an on-site bakery to produce best-in-class crusts, robotic packaging equipment, and a 24-hour shipping and receiving facility.

Our on-site Procurement team is a vital partner responsible for sourcing raw materials needed to keep the pizza lines running.

When you’ll work…

We are currently searching for an Associate Commodity Buyer to join our Procurement Team. Hours are primarily during 1st shift but may involve working with vendors outside of these hours.

What You’ll Do…

• Coordinate purchasing activities for raw materials, packaging, and supplies
• Maintain accurate purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods
• Assist in sourcing new vendors and evaluating supplier performance
• Ensure compliance with company policies, specifications, and food safety standards
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain purchasing reports and documentation
• Support Buyer and Senior Buyer with vendor communication, order tracking, and data analysis

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset for cost control and vendor evaluation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.
• Utilizing knowledge from your 1–3 years in purchasing or procurement.
• Technology savvy – Specifically within the Oracle Fusion ERP system.
• Experience in the food industry and packaging materials highly preferred.

Click here to apply https://www.palermovillainc.com/careers/

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