Purchasing Associate

Fortune International, LLC•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for accurately and timely ordering and rotating products to generate maximum revenue and profit. The incumbent will also work to ensure day-to-day comps are being met through appropriate purchasing decisions. Additional key duties include working closely with purchasing and providing updates on spoilage, entering orders, and encouraging staff to rotate products properly.

Requirements

Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience - One to two years of purchasing experience, preferably working with seafood or with other proteins.
Work ethic - A demonstrated sense of urgency in meeting critical and time-sensitive deadlines.
Communication - Ability to communicate in English.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Office-based position
A combination of the above will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Purchase Order Data Entry
Updating confirmed quantities, weights, delivery dates, and costs
Updating freight information
Update Country of Origin (COO) information
Issuing credits/debits to suppliers for PO/Invoice discrepancies
Tracking open purchase orders, receiving appointments/dates, and accurately updating the system
Maintenance of vendor information within the system (contacts, emails, etc.)
New supplier information/process follow-up
Support buyers with food safety audit/follow-up responsibilities
Sustainability and Catch-method documentation
Marketing accruals set-up and tracking
Develop negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
Buying seafood, land protein, specialty items, gourmet products, and desserts.
Properly setting up new item codes and ensuring all attributes are correct in order entry system.
Assistance with fresh and frozen inventory control
Relaying purchasing/product/pricing information to the sales team
Monitor inventory levels and reporting shortages.
Progressively take ownership of low to medium value purchasing categories
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.