Buyer, Retail

Buyer

We are looking for a Market Buyer to join our New York team — someone who thrives in a fast-moving, physical environment, knows how to build relationships on the floor of one of the world's great produce markets, and takes real pride in getting the right product into our warehouse every day. This is an early-start, field-based role. You will be driving to the Bronx before most of the city is awake, making quick, confident decisions about what to buy, and bringing that produce back to our team in Maspeth.

It takes instinct, reliability, and a genuine love of the work.

Responsibilities

Own the market run Drive from our Bushwick warehouse to Hunts Point each morning, sourcing and purchasing produce across our range. Build and maintain strong relationships with our suppliers on the market floor — the kind of relationships built on trust, consistency, and knowing your product. Make confident buying decisions in real time, balancing quality, availability, and price. Keep the operation running smoothly Ensure stock levels are maintained based on sales data and projections, and communicate clearly with the team as products come in and out of season.

Identify and resolve supply issues quickly — whether from transportation delays, schedule changes, or vendor interruptions. Track and reduce projected write-offs and support accounting for invoice reconciliation. Contribute to the wider team Report on objectives using company metrics and flag risks early with clear action plans. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to keep the flow of product consistent and the team well-informed.

Support airport pickups on certain days as needed.

About you

• A hands-on, reliable presence — you take pride in showing up, doing the work well, and being someone the team can count on
• Strong relationship builder — you're comfortable and confident with the people and the pace of a busy wholesale market
• Valid driver's license and comfortable driving small trucks — this is a core part of the role
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Experience with fresh produce and a working knowledge of seasonality is preferred
• Comfortable with Excel and Google Sheets for basic reporting and stock management
• At least 2 years of experience in buying, procurement, supply chain, or a hands-on operational role
• A genuine interest in what Natoora stands for — you care about the quality of what you source

What success looks like

• First 6 months: the market run is consistent and reliable, supplier relationships are strong, and the warehouse team has what it needs every morning. Stock levels are well managed and write-offs are tracking down.
• 6 to 24 months: you are a trusted and established presence at Hunts Point, your buying decisions are sharper, and you are contributing meaningfully to how we improve the flow of product from market to kitchen.

Our vision for a better food system is built on real human relationships and a diversity of experience, perspective and ideas. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

Compensation:
Salary ($72,000.00 - $78,000.00)

Benefits & Perks:
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off

Required Skills

• Strong decision making skills
• Negotiation Skills
• Knowledge of Food Sourcing and Quality Standards
• Physical Stamina and Strength
• Ability to Work Under Pressure
• Effective Communication Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Attention to Detail