Senior Buyer

Sysco • Laurel, MD

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About The Position

The senior buyer is responsible for assigned commodities which include pricing, procuring product, maintaining quality, and management of inventory levels.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years purchasing in like field and/or working within a retail, wholesale, or distribution environment.
• 2 years of produce-related purchasing of free on board (FOB) items.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively.
• General understanding of computers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to prioritize and execute multiple short and long terms tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to work with all levels within the organization.

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine daily needs and maintain the desired inventory levels.
• Order loads and build trucks for loading.
• Manage troubled loads, protections, credits, shrink.
• Participate in the weekly pricing meeting.
• Procurement representative for weekly operational meetings.
• Serves as liaison between the sales staff and the procurement department.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED