Company Description AMARUMAYU produces 100% superfruit juices made from Buriti and Camu Camu, with no added sugar or preservatives, offering nourishing, hydrating, and shelf-stable products. These juices are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, including exceptionally high levels of Vitamin C that support immunity and overall wellness. The company is deeply committed to environmental stewardship and sources superfruits through sustainable harvesting practices that protect standing trees and preserve Amazonian biodiversity. By creating a commercial market for Amazonian superfruits, AMARUMAYU helps generate income for indigenous communities while incentivizing the protection of the rainforest. AMARUMAYU Superfruit Juices, inspired by the ancient name of the Amazon River, are currently sold exclusively on Amazon.
Role Description The Purchasing Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. This role is responsible for coordinating day-to-day purchasing activities, including creating and managing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and ensuring timely replenishment of materials, packaging, and supplies. The Purchasing Coordinator will communicate regularly with vendors, negotiate pricing and terms within established guidelines, and resolve any issues related to order accuracy, timing, or quality. This position will maintain accurate purchasing records, update internal systems, and collaborate with operations, finance, and logistics to ensure inventory levels support production and sales. The role also involves monitoring supplier performance, analyzing purchasing data for cost and process improvements, and supporting the development of standardized procurement procedures.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of purchasing processes and purchasing best practices, with the ability to follow and improve established workflows.
- Hands-on experience creating, reviewing, and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal guidelines.
- Background in purchasing or procurement, including vendor coordination, pricing comparisons, and basic negotiation.
- Strong experience in capital expenditures (CapEx).
- Strong analytical skills to track purchasing metrics, assess inventory needs, and identify cost-saving or efficiency opportunities.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and purchasing or ERP software; strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Must be bilingual (Spanish/ English).
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build productive supplier relationships.
- Organizational and time-management skills to prioritize multiple open orders and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience; prior experience in food and beverage or CPG is a plus.
