Buyer
LED FastStart•Hammond, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
S&W Wholesale Foods is Louisiana’s leading independent food service supplier and is on the Move. We are searching for an experienced Buyer to join our growing merchandising team. S&W is a family-owned, customer-oriented company and we align our progress with your success.
Requirements
- 5 years’ experience in food procurement, preferably in supply chain or category Management
- Excellent verbal and written communication and oral presentation skills
- 3 years of Excel experience
- Ability to communicate clearly (written and verbal) and in an engaging manner with colleagues of various levels of experience and management
- Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of service requirements, shelf life, key factors that affect profitability of inventory, promotional and retailer needs
- High-level proficiency in computer applications and systems including Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
- Sourcing and replenishment of various food and non-food items
- Category Management Cycle on responsible categories
- Maintain accurate acquisition costs
- Maintain inventory goals as assigned by management
- Keeping supplier and item information up to date in both the host system and replenishment software package
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- On Demand Payment Options
- Birthday Holiday!
- Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Account Options
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
