Buyer - Seafood

Seafood Buyer

The Seafood Buyer is responsible for supporting the procurement and management of assigned product categories to ensure strong in-stock conditions, competitive pricing, and healthy inventory turns. This role works closely with vendors/suppliers, warehouse operations, logistics, and sales teams to maintain product flow and support overall company profitability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field preferred
• 1–5 years of purchasing, inventory, merchandising, or supply chain experience (food industry preferred)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities:

Purchasing & Inventory Management:

• Place purchase orders based on demand forecasts and inventory levels
• Monitor daily inventory reports to prevent out-of-stocks and overstock situations
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to support sales while minimizing shrink
• Track and manage open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery

Vendor Coordination:

• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, and lead times
• Assist in negotiating costs and resolving discrepancies
• Support onboarding of new suppliers and item setups

Pricing & Cost Management:

• Maintain accurate cost and retail pricing in system
• Monitor cost changes and communicate updates to internal stakeholders
• Assist with margin analysis and competitive price checks

Cross-Functional Support:

• Partner with warehouse and logistics teams to resolve receiving issues
• Work with operations to address product quality concerns
• Support promotional planning and execution

Data & Reporting:

• Analyze sales trends and product performance
• Prepare reports on inventory levels, vendor performance, and category results

Work Environment:

• Office-based with periodic warehouse interaction
• Fast-paced, high-volume wholesale environment
• May require early hours depending on assigned category

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company Matched 401K
• Vacation, Personal & Sick Time