Seafood Buyer JN

Seafood Buyer Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $75-95k depending on qualifications
• Bonus eligibility up to $21k annually
• Healthcare, vision, and dental start after 90 days
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Vacation, personal, and sick time

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

• Experience with seafood buying or fresh food procurement
• Familiarity with HACCP food safety standards and quality specifications
• Background in vendor evaluation and negotiation
• Understanding of market trends and supply chain dynamics

• Place purchase orders based on sales forecasts and current inventory
• Monitor inventory reports to prevent out-of-stocks and overstock
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts
• Ensure all products meet food safety requirements and quality standards
• Analyze sales, pricing, and vendor performance for category optimization
• Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, and sales teams to resolve product flow or quality concerns
• Support promotional planning and the onboarding of new suppliers

If you have a passion for the food industry and enjoy working in a high-energy environment where your analytical and relationship management skills make a daily impact, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

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Jennifer Forney