Buyer

Sysco•Freshpoint Connecticut, CT

9d•$70,600 - $105,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing quality products on time, at a competitive price, and in the correct quantities to support the company's growth in sales and margins. This role involves using only fully approved corporate vendors and adhering to corporate contracts. The position requires a proactive approach to inventory management, vendor relations, and logistical coordination to maximize profitability and minimize shrink.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
3 to 5 years purchasing in a like field and/or working within a retail, wholesale, or distribution environment.
Fluent in Excel, Word, Outlook, and basic PC navigation.
10-key and typing at a minimum of 30 words per minute.
Ability to determine how much of any given item to have on hand, which can carry a great dollar value.
Ability to reject product, protect troubled product, recover shrink, and substitute items when the short stock item is unavailable.
Effective and timely verbal and written communications.
Able to prioritize and execute multiple short and long-term tasks simultaneously.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Review item movement to determine purchase needs, cut POs, and review PO confirmations.
Physically review inventory daily, with a focus on critical/sensitive items.
Handle all credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink.
Work with the pricing department, vendors, and corporate to ensure all POs are priced correctly.
Plan and source logistics to support customers and maximize profitability.
Coordinate with Sales to maximize timely utilization of all inventories, maximize inventory turns, and reduce inventory shrink.
Maintain accuracy and stay up-to-date on all item maintenance, including COO (country of origin) and local information.