Vernon, CA (On-site) $69,000 / Year Archer Meat Snacks, the #1 jerky brand in the Natural and Specialty Channel, is seeking a Junior MRO Buyer to join our Purchasing team. This role is a great opportunity for someone early in their procurement career who is eager to build experience in sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain operations within a high-growth food manufacturing environment.
Reporting to the Sr. Purchasing Manager, you will take ownership of ordering production supplies, managing vendor relationships, and supporting replenishment strategies across multiple facilities. You'll also have the chance to cross-train on raw material buying and play an important role in keeping Archer's operations running smoothly.
If you're detail-oriented, passionate about supply chain, and ready to grow your career in procurement, this role is for you.
What You'll Own & Impact: • Manage day-to-day procurement of production supplies, ensuring on-time delivery and first-time quality • Support vendor management, including supplier evaluations, performance tracking, and relationship development • Conduct RFPs and cost comparisons to identify savings and efficiency opportunities • Partner with Operations, Warehousing, and Production teams on replenishment planning and inventory management • Maintain accurate purchasing records across warehouses and manufacturing facilities • Create purchase orders, track deliveries, and monitor vendor performance • Assist with NetSuite system updates and ensure order accuracy • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support evolving business needs • Contribute to continuous improvement projects and productivity initiatives
What Sets You Apart: • 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience (MRO, indirect, or supply chain preferred) • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Solid Excel and Microsoft 365 skills (formulas, reporting, pivot tables a plus) • Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite exposure a plus • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally • High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred • Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment • Passion for learning and growing in procurement and supply chain
Why Join Archer Meat Snacks? • Impact: Your work will keep our facilities stocked, efficient, and running on time • Growth: Hands-on role with opportunities to cross-train in raw material procurement and supply chain • Benefits: Competitive compensation, PTO, and 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance • Culture: We move fast, stay collaborative, and value curiosity and problem-solving at every level
Location & Schedule: This role is based at our Vernon, CA headquarters and requires majority on-site presence to support operations.
Apply Today: If you're ready to build your career in procurement and be part of a dynamic, high-growth CPG brand, we'd love to meet you. Join Archer Meat Snacks and help us drive supply chain excellence.
Archer Meat Snacks is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.