Associate Buyer, Perishables

• Procure product from branded and non-branded vendors
• Achieve and maintain targeted customer service level rates by monitoring, identifying, reacting to, communicating, and solving potential issues
• Negotiate with vendors and customers to maximize product flow, manage inventory levels, and coordinate action against close coded, expired, and other unproductive inventory
• Accomplish budgeted inventory levels utilizing system tools to analyze and react to trends
• Work with team-members to achieve established goals
• Interact with customers to communicate successes and resolve issues
• Partner with the merchandising group on new items, maintenance, and achievement of gross profit goals
• Assist with seasonal volume, storm recovery, service level recovery, absences, vacation coverage, and/or additional training

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain
• Bachelor's degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor's Degree
  - General Studies or High School Diploma
  - General Studies
• Sound statistical acumen
• Strong interpretation and analytical ability
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Ability to work 1st Shift (United States of America)

Demonstrates strong analytical and negotiation skills to effectively manage inventory and vendor relationships while achieving customer service goals. Proficient in utilizing statistical analysis and Microsoft Office tools to support purchasing and supply chain operations.

• Purchasing Experience
• Supply Chain Management
• Statistical Analysis
• Vendor Negotiation
• Microsoft Office Proficiency

• Purchasing
• Supply Chain
• Statistical Acumen
• Analytical Ability
• Inventory Management

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration

• Customer Service
• Vendor Management
• Gross Profit Goals
• Product Flow
• Trend Analysis