Buyer, Specialized

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more

• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system

• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary:

Responsible for negotiating the purchase of quality protein products at competitive prices and maintaining adequate inventories to meet customer demand. Functions as a team member within the department and cross-functions, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Attain targeted profit margins as determined by the company's business goals. Maintain product costing and pricing and ensure accurate purchase orders.

• Effectively implement buying/purchasing strategies such that product is purchased in the most cost-effective and efficient manner.

• Manage protein inventory levels to the designated goal level.

• Effectively manage the disposition of obsolete protein inventory.

• Consult with vendors regarding current orders and new protein products. Initiate orders, schedule deliveries and process related paperwork and documentation. Provide product and pricing information to sales staff. Investigate protein product quality complaints.

• Complete special projects, as needed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

1 - 2 years Purchasing or related area

Preferred Qualifications

Associates/2-year technical: Procurement, business management or related area

2-4 years Purchasing experience within foodservice industry

Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)