Procurement Buyer, Foodservice Distribution

PFG | Performance Good Group

2d • $53,200 - $85,000

About The Position

The Procurement Buyer coordinates and identifies product suppliers, negotiates price and quantity terms, and establishes long-term contracts to ensure an adequate supply of high-quality products for foodservice distribution at competitive prices. The role maintains established product in-stock service levels and assists with special-order requests. As a team member within the department and organization, the buyer also performs other assigned duties to serve the company.

The position selects vendors and products based on supply continuity, service, responsiveness, innovation, quality, value, market fit, product performance, alternative supply sources, and vendor reputation. It maintains vendor relationships by resolving invoicing, product, and delivery issues; negotiates purchasing terms and contracts in light of customer orders, ordering efficiency, promotions, market conditions, and the need for continuous supply; and obtains products and delivery for distribution centers in emergencies. The buyer also provides product and pricing information to the sales force and recommends pricing structures based on volume and margin considerations.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of purchasing experience or experience in a related area.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related area.
• 2–4 years of purchasing experience or experience in a related area within the foodservice industry.

Responsibilities

• Select vendors based on their ability to provide a continuous product supply, service level, market responsiveness and innovation, product quality and value, competitive relationships, and marketplace understanding.
• Maintain vendor relationships by resolving invoicing, product, or delivery problems.
• Select products based on market application, product performance, alternate supply sources, and vendor reputation.
• Negotiate prices and order quantities based on customer orders, economic order points, warehouse-space utilization, product promotions, and market conditions.
• Negotiate long-term contracts based on purchasing considerations and the need for continuous supply.
• Obtain products and expedited delivery for distribution centers in emergency situations.
• Provide product and pricing information to the sales force and recommend product-line pricing structures based on volume and margin considerations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED