Junior Buyer

DESCRIPTION OF

EMPLOYER:

Founded in 1901, Feeser's, Inc. is a family owned and operated full-line food service distributor located in Harrisburg, PA servicing the Mid-Atlantic region. Feeser's provides an expansive offering of dry, refrigerated, and frozen products to a diverse customer base comprised of restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational facilities, and other institutions.

SUMMARY:

The Junior Buyer is an entry-level purchasing professional responsible for supporting inventory replenishment, purchase order administration, supplier communication, and inventory analysis within assigned categories. This role provides critical support to the purchasing department. The Junior Buyer assists with maintaining product availability, managing order accuracy, resolving purchasing issues, and ensuring purchasing processes are executed efficiently and accurately.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purchase Order Management

• Create and manage purchase orders under established purchasing guidelines.

• Review system-generated purchasing recommendations.

• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.

• Follow up with suppliers regarding order confirmations and shipment status.

• Resolve discrepancies related to quantities, pricing, or deliveries.

• Inventory Support

• Monitor inventory levels and identify potential stock shortages.

• Review low-stock and out-of-stock reports daily.

• Assist in balancing inventory levels to support service and turn objectives.

• Supplier Communication

• Serve as point of contact for routine supplier communications.

• Obtain order confirmations, lead times, and availability updates.

• Track fill rates and report service concerns.

• Escalate supply disruptions and service failures as needed.

• Data Analysis & Reporting

• Maintain purchasing reports and inventory performance metrics.

• Support forecasting activities through data collection and reporting.

• Assist with identifying inventory opportunities and risks.

• Operational Coordination

• Coordinate with warehouse and receiving teams regarding incoming products.

• Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.

• Support product transitions, substitutions, and item phase-outs.

• Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing records.

• Support new vendor and item setup processes.

• Ensure purchasing documentation and records remain current.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Must have strong decision-making abilities.

• Possess great organizational skills.

• Must be a self-starter who requires limited day-to-day direction.

• Must have strong analytical skills.

• Experience in large ERP system

• Strong desire to learn all aspects of Purchasing

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced food service distribution environment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS &

EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, Finance (preferred)

• 0 - 2 years of purchasing, merchandising, inventory, warehouse, customer service, or distribution experience

• Previous Food service or Food distribution experience. (Preferred)

Feeser's Food Distributors is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.