Meat Buyer

Talpa Supermercados•Stone Mountain, GA

16d•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Meat Buyer is responsible for the strategic sourcing, purchasing, and cost management of fresh and frozen meat products for Talpa Supermercados. This role ensures product availability, competitive pricing, and quality standards across all store locations. The Meat Buyer will play a critical role in driving margin performance by managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and aligning purchasing strategies with sales forecasts and promotional plans.

Requirements

3–7+ years of experience in meat purchasing, grocery buying, or retail procurement
Strong knowledge of meat products, cuts, and industry pricing dynamics
Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing contracts
Strong analytical and financial acumen (Excel/ERP systems preferred)
Knowledge of USDA and food safety regulations
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience in supermarket retail or multi-unit grocery operations
Background in Hispanic/ethnic retail markets
Experience with high-volume purchasing environments

Responsibilities

Source and procure fresh and frozen meat products from approved suppliers
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to ensure competitive cost structures
Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, consistency, and reliability
Evaluate supplier performance (pricing, service level, product quality)
Monitor commodity markets and industry trends (beef, pork, poultry)
Adjust purchasing strategies based on cost fluctuations and market conditions
Partner with leadership to support retail pricing strategies and promotions
Identify opportunities for margin improvement
Align purchasing volumes with sales forecasts, seasonality, and promotions
Monitor inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing overstock
Support inventory turnover and reduce shrink/spoilage
Collaborate with distribution and store teams to ensure timely replenishment
Ensure all products meet USDA and company quality standards
Monitor cold chain compliance and product handling procedures
Address quality issues with vendors and implement corrective actions
Work closely with Store Operations (demand planning and execution), Finance (cost tracking and margin analysis), and Distribution/Logistics (inventory flow and delivery schedules)
Support new store openings and category expansion initiatives
Track and report key metrics, including Cost per pound, Margin by category, Inventory turnover, and Vendor performance
Provide insights and recommendations to leadership