Entry Level Procurement Manager Jobs
New grad procurement manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or coursework in supply chain can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Retail, with employers like Amazon, Motorola Solutions, and Xoriant hiring at this level now.
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Description
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Elkhart, IN
Role:
Procurement Manager will report to Plant Manager with a dotted line to the Corporate Head of Procurement and will be responsible for entire procurement/purchasing lifecycle, including procurement strategy, negotiations and purchasing of all materials and services required for a high-volume manufacturing facility. The procurement manager will be responsible for supporting the optimization of the procurement processes related to purchasing of all packaging, ingredients, services, supplies, and MRO parts. This role will support administrative tasks surrounding purchasing of materials mentioned above. This position will be responsible to ensure SAP accuracy in all facets of the procurement process. Works with facility managers, supervisors, and suppliers to ensure timely, full delivery of orders. This individual will work with R&D to purchase new materials and ingredients.
Responsibilities:
- Work with JBS Global Procurement team on projects and cost savings programs
- Responsible for implementing and compliance with all JBS Procurement/Purchasing processes
- Identify chronic quality issues and trigger problem-solving.
- Ensures delivery of requested materials from JBS schedulers, planners, and requisitioners.
- Ensures prompt, accurate, creation and maintenance of purchase requisitions and purchase orders
- Ensures optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
- Develop positive relationships with suppliers and keep in close contact regarding open orders and service levels.
- Works with finance team to resolve block invoice issue’s
- Work with the plant leadership team to guarantee supply of all materials and services needed; collaborate with team to identify and avoid issues that would impact plant efficiency
- Help process requisitions at the plant level
- Support resolution of AP issues with SAP Workflow (i.e. Workflow, GR/IR Reconciliation)
- Works with plant management to improve overall purchasing processes, material management and optimize inventory while maintaining plant efficiency.
- Conversion of all purchase requisitions to purchase orders according to release strategies.
- Confirms all purchase orders in SAP within 48 hours
- Processes and supports product claims with suppliers, brokers and plants to an agreeable resolution and reimbursement for issue dealing with packaging and ingredients
- Support inventory activities (cycle counts)
- Work with corporate procurement to identify/setup/negotiate co-packers as needed for Culinary.
- Partner will plant teams to ensure correct materials are in place on a daily basis
- Support optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- 2- 5 years of supply chain experience, or equivalent education, in purchasing, sales, planning, logistics, or manufacturing management role
- Superior analytic capacity and problem-solving skills
- SAP or other ERP system in a manufacturing environment is a plus
- Knowledge of purchasing, selling, scheduling, and production planning of perishable food products desired
- Experience in a manufacturing company with broad knowledge of operations, distribution, sales
- Self-starter, driven individual focused on continuous improvement
- Skilled negotiator
- Excellent team-oriented approach is critical
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Superior project management skills
- Demonstrated capacity to lead successful negotiations
- Demonstrated capacity to work with a team
This position will interaction with the following stakeholders:
- Suppliers
- Government agencies /USDA
- Freight & warehousing suppliers
- Vendors & Strategic partners
- All internal teams within the facility
- Sales & Category Managers
DECISION – MAKING AUTHORITY
- Extensive in applicable area
BUDGETARY OR PROPERTY RESPONSIBILITY
- Extensive in applicable area
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
- Complex, fast paced, and structured
- Professional office environment in warehouse
- Use of standard office equipment
If interested, please apply at jbssa.com/careers
We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.
JBS Prepared Foods is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vets/Disability
Description
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Elkhart, IN
Role:
Procurement Manager will report to Plant Manager with a dotted line to the Corporate Head of Procurement and will be responsible for entire procurement/purchasing lifecycle, including procurement strategy, negotiations and purchasing of all materials and services required for a high-volume manufacturing facility. The procurement manager will be responsible for supporting the optimization of the procurement processes related to purchasing of all packaging, ingredients, services, supplies, and MRO parts. This role will support administrative tasks surrounding purchasing of materials mentioned above. This position will be responsible to ensure SAP accuracy in all facets of the procurement process. Works with facility managers, supervisors, and suppliers to ensure timely, full delivery of orders. This individual will work with R&D to purchase new materials and ingredients.
Responsibilities:
- Work with JBS Global Procurement team on projects and cost savings programs
- Responsible for implementing and compliance with all JBS Procurement/Purchasing processes
- Identify chronic quality issues and trigger problem-solving.
- Ensures delivery of requested materials from JBS schedulers, planners, and requisitioners.
- Ensures prompt, accurate, creation and maintenance of purchase requisitions and purchase orders
- Ensures optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
- Develop positive relationships with suppliers and keep in close contact regarding open orders and service levels.
- Works with finance team to resolve block invoice issue’s
- Work with the plant leadership team to guarantee supply of all materials and services needed; collaborate with team to identify and avoid issues that would impact plant efficiency
- Help process requisitions at the plant level
- Support resolution of AP issues with SAP Workflow (i.e. Workflow, GR/IR Reconciliation)
- Works with plant management to improve overall purchasing processes, material management and optimize inventory while maintaining plant efficiency.
- Conversion of all purchase requisitions to purchase orders according to release strategies.
- Confirms all purchase orders in SAP within 48 hours
- Processes and supports product claims with suppliers, brokers and plants to an agreeable resolution and reimbursement for issue dealing with packaging and ingredients
- Support inventory activities (cycle counts)
- Work with corporate procurement to identify/setup/negotiate co-packers as needed for Culinary.
- Partner will plant teams to ensure correct materials are in place on a daily basis
- Support optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- 2- 5 years of supply chain experience, or equivalent education, in purchasing, sales, planning, logistics, or manufacturing management role
- Superior analytic capacity and problem-solving skills
- SAP or other ERP system in a manufacturing environment is a plus
- Knowledge of purchasing, selling, scheduling, and production planning of perishable food products desired
- Experience in a manufacturing company with broad knowledge of operations, distribution, sales
- Self-starter, driven individual focused on continuous improvement
- Skilled negotiator
- Excellent team-oriented approach is critical
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Superior project management skills
- Demonstrated capacity to lead successful negotiations
- Demonstrated capacity to work with a team
This position will interaction with the following stakeholders:
- Suppliers
- Government agencies /USDA
- Freight & warehousing suppliers
- Vendors & Strategic partners
- All internal teams within the facility
- Sales & Category Managers
DECISION – MAKING AUTHORITY
- Extensive in applicable area
BUDGETARY OR PROPERTY RESPONSIBILITY
- Extensive in applicable area
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
- Complex, fast paced, and structured
- Professional office environment in warehouse
- Use of standard office equipment
If interested, please apply at jbssa.com/careers
We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.
JBS Prepared Foods is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vets/Disability
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Entry Level Procurement Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level procurement manager job?
Focus on coursework, internships, or project work in supply chain, sourcing, or vendor coordination, since most employers at this level prioritize demonstrated interest over years of experience. Tailor your resume to highlight any purchasing, negotiation, or inventory tasks you have handled. Certifications like CPSM or ISM credentials can also strengthen an entry level application and signal commitment to the field.
Which companies hire entry level procurement managers?
Companies hiring entry level procurement managers right now include Amazon, Motorola Solutions, and Xoriant, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including large manufacturers, government contractors, healthcare systems, and retailers that run structured procurement or supply chain teams and regularly onboard junior talent.
Are there remote entry level procurement manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles still make up the majority at this stage. About 25% of entry level procurement manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions more common at companies that have distributed procurement teams or operate across multiple regions.
Are these new grad procurement manager jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior procurement manager roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward the requirement, or mentions that a relevant degree or portfolio of coursework is acceptable in place of full-time history.
Which industries hire the most entry level procurement managers?
Entry Level procurement manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they manage large supplier networks, high-volume purchasing cycles, or regulated supply chains that require dedicated procurement staff even at the junior tier.