Food Service Buyer

Cooper-Booth Wholesale Company • Mountville, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for executing purchasing activities and ensuring product availability across assigned categories. This role manages day-to-day buying, vendor communications, pricing, and inventory replenishment while support Category Managers with strategic initiatives such as assortment planning, promotions, and vendor programs.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills with vendors and internal teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales, cost, and inventory data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP/purchasing systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, or related field).
• 2 - 4 years of experience in purchasing, buying, or vendor management.

Nice To Haves

• Wholesale, retail, or distribution experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Place and confirm purchase orders with assigned vendors.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain in-stock position which minimizing excess inventory.
• Track vendor fill rates and follow up on late or incomplete deliveries.
• Support demand planning and forecasting for core items.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned vendors on routine purchasing matters.
• Maintain accurate product pricing, including cost updates and promotional pricing.
• Enter vendor deals, pre-book orders, and promotional programs into ERP systems.
• Assist Category Managers with vendor program execution and negotiations.
• Assist with new item setup, SKU rationalization, and promotional execution.
• Provide sales and inventory data to support decision-making.
• Monitor competitor pricing and market conditions for assigned products.
• Participate in vendor meetings, internal reviews, and trade shows as needed.
• Run reports to identify out-of-stocks, slow movers, and high-performing products.
• Provide regular updates on purchase orders, inventory levels, and vendor performance.
• Support budgeting and forecasting through spend and cost analysis.

Benefits

• Complete medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurances starting the first of the month following 60-days of employment.
• 401(k) after 6 months with 2% employer match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO); starting at 80 hours your first year.
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other mental health benefits are available!
• Ability to purchase products from the warehouse at wholesale price.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree