Produce Buyer II

Albertsons • Roanoke, TX

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Albertsons Companies for an exciting opportunity where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand. We are looking for someone who wants to make an impact and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 plus years of Purchasing or Vendor Management experience in the retail industry.
• Retail operations/Marketing experience preferred or strong understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices.
• Understanding of procurement, logistics and inventory management practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in taking initiative and making appropriate decisions.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships within and outside the company.
• Computer aptitude with the ability to use spreadsheet and word-processing software.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines.
• Works closely with the Produce Procurement Manager, Produce Sales Managers, Produce Operations managers and other Buyers to achieve the goals of the company.
• Provides supply chain/inventory management for a promotionally active produce desk and corresponding financial accountabilities.
• Procures product in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company.
• Obtain best possible product quality at competitive pricing at all times.
• Ensure that established policies and procedures are understood and adhered to by all Produce procurement staff.
• Strive to meet or exceed inventory turn goals and service levels.
• Interface with other department heads and division personnel to accomplish job functions.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with suppliers, store operations, distribution center and division office personnel.
• Reviews acquisition costs to ensure items purchased are at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need.
• Assesses current inventory, growing conditions, seasonality, promotional activity and logistics situation to determine order quantities.
• Completes Purchase Orders and input using mainframe and iTrade functionality.
• Conducts post-promotional reviews and analysis to determine if promotional requirements were met and if there were problem areas, develops solutions.
• Conducts logistics planning processes while ordering products to attain the best net product price possible.
• Reviews and resolves pre-books received from stores or division personnel prior to purchasing.
• Reviews and analyzes daily and weekly reports to check service levels and inventory turns, makes adjustments as needed.
• Visits stores, as needed, to monitor programs, obtain store feedback and to assess overall implementation effectiveness as needed.
• Approves Accounts Payable variance processes for distribution sourced items to ensure correct prices have been invoiced.
• Maintains necessary files and records.
• Coordinates with Warehouse Operations to maintain the proper product flow through the facility, in a timely manner.
• Remote access (buying system) from home or off-site location when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level