Dry Grocery Buyer - Plum Market
About The Position
The Dry Grocery Buyer is responsible for purchasing, inventory management, and merchandising of all dry grocery categories at Plum Market. This includes maintaining full, fresh, and properly rotated shelves throughout the grocery aisles, endcaps, and case stacks. The Buyer ensures accuracy in pricing and signage, minimizes out-of-stocks, and drives departmental performance through strategic purchasing and vendor relationships. This role is accountable for hitting purchase budgets, margin targets, and shrink control while delivering a premium retail Customer experience.
Requirements
- At least 6 months of experience in grocery retail, buying, or product management.
- Strong product knowledge in dry grocery, and familiarity with frozen and dairy preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Apps and the ability to adapt and learn new software solutions
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break – we work on the floor, and alongside our team.
- Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.
Responsibilities
- Purchase and maintain all dry grocery inventory with attention to product rotation, stock levels, and freshness.
- Monitor department performance, sales trends, and product movement to inform buying decisions.
- Maintain accurate pricing, signage, and shelf tags across all displays and sets.
- Support visual merchandising and execution of seasonal resets and promotional plans.
- Track orders, maintain updated purchase logs, and meet budget and margin goals.
- Communicate product updates and new item features to Team Members.
- Collaborate with vendors to manage orders, deliveries, and in-store programs.
- Fulfill Customer special orders with professionalism and timeliness.
- Uphold Plum Market’s policies, food safety standards, and operational procedures.
- Work closely with Grocery Leadership to align on department objectives and performance goals.
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling – Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.
- Comprehensive Training – We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.
- Competitive Holiday Pay – Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.
- Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!
- Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- 401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.
- Team Member Discounts – Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
