Buyer, OpCo

Performance Food Group • Columbus, OH

9d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As an OpCo Buyer, you will manage the relationship and inventory investment for assigned vendors to achieve assigned key performance indicators (fill rate, days cost of sales, aged inventory). Additionally, you will collaborate with our sales, marketing and operations to implement programs (Core-Mark or customer specific). You will work with large and small vendors alike to create sustainable and successful partnerships to add value for our vendors, our customers, and ourselves.

Requirements

• Ability to analyze multiple forms of data as it relates to the decision making process.
• Demonstrated professional leadership and negotiation abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and problem solve.
• Able to work independently and communicate effectively (written and verbal)
• Proficiency in Excel programing, other Microsoft Office products, and Windows-based programs.
• Strong marketing, merchandising, product, trend, and analytical skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of vendors.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Procurement, Sales and Marketing Flyers.
• Prior knowledge, or ability to learn about market trends, conditions, seasonality, perishability, and inventory turns expertise.
• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.
• 2 or more years of combined buying, planning, sales, and allocation responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• 4 year degree in related field or equivalent experience/training within the field.
• Familiarity or working knowledge of AS400 highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing & maintaining forecasting and inventory levels to ensure targeted fill rates are achieved.
• Maintain accurate pricing, promotions, and allowances in mainframe systems.
• Communicating with suppliers and carriers to arrange purchase orders (PO’s), and assist Accounts Payable with approval of bills.
• Identifying & creating solutions to a variety of inventory conditions to avoid spoils and aged inventory.
• Building successful supplier relationships.
• Developing and communicating specific performance metrics and goals relevant to each supplier.
• Managing Fill-rate, DCOS, Aged Inventory and Expiry report within assigned commodities.
• Negotiating elements of assigned supplier relationships.
• Providing analysis and recommendations on relevant products.
• Seasonal planning and implementation
• Monitoring new developments, trends, and market activity.
• Preparing reports and records related to buying and inventory activities.
• Traveling when required for the position.
• Maintain safe work environment, adhere to safety procedures.
• Trade Shows, Special Events knowledge
• Tracking Excel reports, Crystal Report writing, Communicating with sales
• Building Flyers from scratch, Tracking sales & equipment
• Doing miscellaneous reports for Sales & Customer Service
• Answering phones, customer orders, credits when needed
• Helping with Inventory
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees