Buyer, Store Supplies

SpartanNash•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! Location: 850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315 Position Summary: Responsible for strategic sourcing, procurement, and optimization efforts for in-store packaging and supply chain programs across various operational channels, including warehouse, cross-dock, and direct drop shipment. This role contributes to company-wide procurement initiatives that aim to improve profitability, streamline operations, and deliver value through centralized purchasing models.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (Required) Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or other related fields or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years procurement or sourcing experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present ideas and influence stakeholders.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
Strong mathematical aptitude, financial acumen and analytical skills.
Working knowledge of products and services and industry trends.
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Access.
Working knowledge of buying systems (BICEPS Preferred).
Ability to travel up to 25% to company locations and expos.

Responsibilities

Analyze current product offerings and pricing to recommend adjustments that improve cost efficiency and support centralized procurement programs.
Source and purchase products from vendors to maintain appropriate inventory levels and reduce aged or obsolete inventory.
Execute order processing activities and collaborate with Accounting to ensure alignment with financial procedures and reporting.
Assist in the development and promotion of centralized procurement programs that drive departmental sales and operational efficiencies for internal and external stakeholders.
Support efforts to meet departmental goals related to sales, inventory turnover, service levels, and gross profit margins.
Work with internal teams to share insights and support procurement initiatives that benefit multiple departments.
Participate in initiatives aimed at reducing operating expenses and improving vendor engagement and program adoption.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and external vendors to support procurement goals.
May travel to attend annual company expos or meet with specific customers or vendors.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.