Buyer

JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for procurement functions associated with the company’s product inventory needs.  Items are required to be purchased within company cost and quality parameters and delivered at competitive levels consistent with company policy and performance standards including timely scheduling of pick up and receipt of products.  Continual interaction with Sales and Suppliers is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Buy Guide/Ordering – Reviews guide daily and places PO’s as needed with suppliers.  Orders need to be accurate for amount, freight, price and dates consistent with company policy and performance standards.   Works with finance and vendors on payment requirements.
• Daily Reports – Reviews and acts as required to ensure proper and correct inventory levels by using system generated reports and information from internal departments.  Ex. Out of Stock and Over-allocated Reports
• Confirmations – Confirms all PO’s for accurate pricing, quantity, freight and dates.
• Inventory Management – Uses weekly reports and meetings to achieve best possible inventory levels, dated product and returns.  Works with inland logistics to arrange for on-time product deliveries.
• Item/Vendor Maintenance – Updates all item and vendor information in the system, as required.  Pricing, freight, brackets, ship points, etc.
• Communicates daily with Sales team.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
HSD or equivalent / Bachelor Degree Preferred

Experience

• 2 years’ purchasing or food distribution experience required.  5 years’ experience preferred.  Food service distribution experience preferred. ​

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and excellent organizational and follow up skills required.
• AS400 experience preferred