Buyer, Center of the Plate (COP)

Performance Food Group • Fairfield, OH

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 1 – 2 years Purchasing or related area

Nice To Haves

• Associates/2-year technical: Procurement, business management or related area
• 2-4 years Purchasing experience within foodservice industry
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

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.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED