Buyer

Buyer

Location: Norwalk, IA

Due to growth, we are looking for a Buyer to join the Produce Innovations/Loffredo Fresh Foods team based out of our Norwalk food processing plant. Produce Innovations is a leader in fresh-cut produce processing, specializing in the preparation and packaging of fresh-cut, all-natural snacks. We believe that our employees are the key to a successful future. We are committed to attracting a team that is passionate, innovative, and dedicated to meeting our customers needs.

The Buyer supports our purchasing operations at our fresh-cut produce facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring we have the right raw materials, packaging, and supplies on hand to meet production demands while maintaining quality, cost efficiency, and vendor relationships. The Buyer will work closely with operations, production planning, and suppliers to help keep our fast-paced food manufacturing environment running smoothly.

Pay: $60,000 - $75,000 annually

What you ll gain as a Loffredo Team Member:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, available the 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment

Participation on yearly bonus program

401k with company match available following 6 months of employment

Additional voluntary insurance such as basic/supplemental life and disability

Paid time off & Paid holidays

Bi-Weekly Pay or the option to enroll in Daily Pay for immediate access to earned wages

Regular and constructive performance feedback

Healthy, fresh produce you can take home to your family through our generous employee purchase programs

What we look for:

Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

2 - 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience (food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods a plus)

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems

Experience generating reports and maintaining data accuracy

Support business growth initiatives while optimizing end-to-end supply chain operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support scalable expansion

Effective verbal and written communication skills; team-oriented and customer-focused

Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and levels of the organization

Resolve purchase order non-conformities and quality claims by investigating root causes, documenting corrective actions, and ensuring timely resolution to maintain customer satisfaction and compliance.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

What you ll do:

Assist in purchasing raw materials, packaging, and operational supplies

Monitor inventory levels to help prevent shortages or overstock

Create, track, and manage purchase orders accurately and efficiently

Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and vendor deliveries

Collaborate with internal teams including operations and production to forecast needs

Support analysis of market pricing and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities

Create and maintain vendor and SKU master data

Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned