Purchasing Manager – Food Ingredients

H&M USA Inc is a leading importer/distributor of food ingredients for the food, beverage, cosmetics, and nutritional industries in N.A. market.

We are currently seeking purchasing manager for our corporate office in Ontario, California. Candidates must be bright, self-motivated, energetic individuals with experience in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, technical knowledge of food ingredients, and the ability to build strategic supplier relationships that support cost efficiency, product quality, and inventory stability.

The purchasing manager will work cooperatively with operations, sales and accounting to fully service accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.

Excellent verbal communication, proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and ERPs as well as basic computer skills is required. Ability to multi-task, handle changing priorities and work with internal and external customers at all levels of the organization. Starting salary will commensurate with experience.

For immediate consideration and to schedule an interview, please e-mail your resume and requirements detailing why we should consider you for this opportunity.

Duties

Lead the sourcing and procurement of food ingredients (vitamins, sweeteners, amino acids, extracts, etc.) from global and domestic suppliers

Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with cost, quality, and delivery objectives

Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers; maintain strong vendor relationships

Monitor global market trends and pricing to optimize buying decisions

Collaborate with sales, logistics, QA, and inventory teams to ensure supply chain continuity

Manage purchase orders, contracts, and supplier performance

Negotiate terms, pricing, and lead times to maximize value

Ensure regulatory and quality compliance with all sourced materials

Skills

Proficient in inventory management systems and logistics planning.

Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build lasting relationships with suppliers.

Experience in contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and executing agreements.

Familiarity with Oracle EBS and SAP software for procurement processes.

Ability to fabricate solutions that meet operational requirements while adhering to budget constraints.

Excellent analytical skills to assess supplier performance and market conditions.

Strong communication skills for effective collaboration across departments

Qualifications

Fluency in both English and Mandarin is a must.

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Food Science, or related field

5+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in the food ingredients or food manufacturing industry

Strong knowledge of global sourcing, raw material markets, and vendor management

Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills

Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Join our team as a Purchasing Manager and contribute to our mission of operational excellence through effective procurement practices!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

food ingredients business: 3 years (Required)

Language:

Fluent in English and Mandarin (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Ontario, CA 91764 (Required)

Work Location: In person