Buyer – Seafood Procurement

Compensation: $60,400 – $85,000 annually, based on experience

Position Summary

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing seafood products, negotiating pricing and contract terms, and ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality products at competitive costs. This role maintains service levels and product availability for food service distribution while supporting distribution centers and sales teams as needed.

This position functions as a collaborative team member and performs additional duties as assigned to support business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and select seafood vendors based on supply reliability, product quality, innovation, service levels, and market expertise
• Negotiate pricing, order quantities, and long-term contracts to ensure continuous supply and optimal margins
• Maintain strong vendor relationships by resolving invoicing, product, and delivery issues
• Evaluate products based on market application, performance, alternate supply sources, and vendor reputation
• Balance economic order quantities with warehouse efficiency and promotional strategies
• Support distribution centers during emergency situations by securing product and expedited delivery
• Provide product and pricing guidance to the sales team
• Recommend pricing structures based on volume and margin goals
• Perform additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience)
• 2–4 years of purchasing experience within the food service industry