Here's what we bring to the table:

* Competitive benefits package including Medical (with 24/7 online access to a physician), Vision, Dental, and 401k with match eligibility
* Access to fully Equipped On-site Gym

*On-site subsidized Cafe
* Wonderful Giving (www.wonderfulgiving.com) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
* Work-Life balance

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, teas and innovative juice blends sold in the iconic double-bubble bottle. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. By managing the entire production process from tree to bottle, POM Wonderful guarantees that our products come from only one source--100% California-grown POM Wonderful pomegranates. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils, as well as industrial products such as juice concentrate and pomegranate extract.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $4.6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company's 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, almonds, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company's market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America's No. 1 tree nut brand and America's fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America's No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world's leading floral delivery service.

The Wonderful Company's connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a longstanding commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $400 million invested in environmental technologies and sustainability research, $50 million in charitable giving and education initiatives every year, $100 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California's Central Valley, and innovative health and wellness programs, including two free primary care clinics for employees and their dependents.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

POM Wonderful is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Purchasing Supervisor will form an integral part of the Purchasing function in the achievement of Operational objectives.  With a strong, solid background in purchasing and supply chain management, the Purchasing Supervisor will take a proactive approach in reviewing current systems and procedures, making recommendations and implementing changes. This role is key to leading the Company forward in securing quality suppliers of materials and components, covering price delivery and quality targets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Oversee purchasing systems, procedures, reporting (scorecards/dashboards) for all expense and inventoried materials – streamline process.

·         Develop, implement, and monitor purchasing cost analysis reporting.

·         Analyze forecast and lead-times to determine present and future material needs.

·         Supervise the preparation and issuance of purchase orders and requisitions to meet all production, safety, and capital expenditure needs through two Purchasing coordinators.

·         Drive improvements and cost savings ideas through/with POM/Wonderful purchasing board teams.

·         Oversee that material inventories are kept within minimum/maximum bands.

·         Work with Global Sourcing by establishing strategic relationships to negotiate requests for equipment, supplies, and services from suppliers and subcontractors.

·         Ensure materials are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time to meet production and reliability needs.

·         Work with R&D Department to source appropriate raw materials for new product launches and on-going concentrate/puree/flavor needs.

·         Build out RFP process with Bonfire application and other informal avenues as needed.

·         Work with Operations/Reliability teams to build out cost analysis scenarios (ROI) to support CAPEX.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

·         Experience in leading vendor negotiations

·         Advanced knowledge of PC software applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook.

·         Inventory Control knowledge.

• Ability to lead/support a team and negotiate with external partners.
• Must have excellent skill set in the following areas: attention to detail, organization, problem solving, creative thinking and multitasking.
• Must be self-motivated and able to achieve high impact in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to react quickly to unexpected problems and come up with a solution.
• Coaching & developing team members and providing support on their day to day activities
• Continuous Development of self and individual team members
• Oracle experience a plus

Minimum of 3 years of purchasing or finance experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business or related field

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subject to variant temperatures. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, protective shoes, protective clothing, and in the plant, a hard hat.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee frequently is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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