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communicate high level issues, plan to resolve to leaders\nPerform other related duties as requested\nSUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:\nWhile this role has no direct reports, it is considered a Leader of People role with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict Management as well as: Functional/Technical Skills, Action oriented, Problem solving, Learning on the Fly\nEDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:\nBachelors degree in Business, Purchasing or other related discipline from an accredited institutionEducation and experience may be substituted for four-year degree\n\nCertified Purchasing Manager (CPM) certification preferred\nEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:\nMinimum five (5) years’ purchasing commodities in a manufacturing environment; poultry commodities purchasing preferred\nProficient in computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and specific software (i.e. Optiva, DocuSign, Adage, etc.)\nStrong analytical skills with the ability to translate statistics and/ or data into an easily understood presentation\nStrong customer focus with exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to fluently communicate effectively both up and down the chain of command and with external customers in a timely and professional manner\nStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail\nMust possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency\nSAFETY REQUIREMENTS:\nFollow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs\nWear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to travel up to 10%\nModerate use of hands/fingers to operate computer, keyboard and mouse; 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