Buyers

J.Polep Distribution•Chicopee, MA

4d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

National Convenience Distributors (NCD) has five divisions and is the largest full-line convenience store distributor, serving the East Coast. Our group of companies have shared nearly identical family values, corporate cultures, and customer-centric philosophies for generations. By employing talented team members who bring their experience, knowledge, and commitment to hard work, NCD continues to expand and provide opportunities for growth and development for its employees. J Polep Distribution Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of NCD, is seeking a Buyer with experience purchasing consumer package goods, food service products, perishable goods, and tobacco products. J Polep has been servicing the New England area and beyond for over 120 years. This position is in Chicopee, MA, in person and is part of a supportive & energetic Purchasing team.

Requirements

Oracle Cloud Base experience
Excellent communication skills: phone, verbal and written
Excellent negotiation skills
Must possess a high level of professionalism while working in a team environment
Must be highly skilled with the Microsoft Office suite
E3 Replenishment Inventory knowledge
BA DEGREE
Must have 3 Years of experience purchasing Consumer Packaged Goods, Food Service, Perishable goods, Tobacco a plus
Familiarity with a wide variety of industry concepts, practices and procedures
Must have prior experience in procurement of CPG products

Nice To Haves

C-Store experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

A buyer will perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to inventory analysis, price book management, marketing, alternative markets, and negotiating with vendors.
Manages all purchasing activities, especially grocery items, produce and perishables.
Direct interaction with all departments within the company, as well as key customers
Analyze changes or new issues in materials and supplies to find ways to reduce costs and improve quality.
Receive orders and grants approval for purchases of goods and services.
Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals