Replenishment Buyer

About the position

Our Replenishment Buyers play a key role in maintaining optimal inventory levels at our OpCo's (Operating Companies, distribution centers) and high fill rates to ensure best-in-class service levels to Vistar's customers. Successful Buyers are analytical and detail oriented. The Replenishment Buyer position will include performing the following duties:

Responsibilities

• Place Purchase Orders to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement to drive optimal customer fill rates
• Analyze and monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained for assigned area(s) of responsibility
• Leverage and build on knowledge of forecasting and inventory management systems
• Identify and mitigate risks in the inventory and purchasing process
• Work cross functionally with Sales team on customer demand and inventory strategies, while maintaining strong supplier relationships to drive purchasing and supply chain efficiencies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of inventory and purchasing activities
• Ensure compliance with Vistar (PFG) and SOX policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• Purchasing experience or planning or equivalent merchandising experience

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, supply chain or related area
• 2 - 4 Years purchasing or closely related area within foodservice industry
• Perishables purchasing highly preferred

Benefits

• Ability to work from home 1 day/week after onboarding period