Junior Buyer

• Execute assigned buying and procurement tasks with limited supervision, following established procedures and standards.
• Conduct routine sourcing activities, manage supplier relationships, and execute purchase orders to support operational needs.
• Utilize procurement/ERP systems and supplier portals to process transactions and maintain accurate purchase order data, supplier records, and contracts.
• Identify routine process issues, recommend practical solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to assigned procurement projects and recurring deliverables, ensuring timely completion of tasks and milestones.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and analyses to support procurement activities and decision-making.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather required information, align priorities, and support procurement objectives.
• Develop knowledge of sourcing, supplier management, purchase order execution, and applicable policies and regulations; document procedures and SOPs, and recommend workflow improvements as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in the food or wholesale industry preferred.
• Supply Chain Management experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of sourcing, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience with purchase order processing, contract administration, and cost analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/procurement systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of retail or grocery supply chain operations preferred.
• Proficiency in English, Chinese, or Korean is preferred.
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance / EAP (Employee Assistance Program) per company policy
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match per company policy
• Life Insurance and AD&D (Accidental death & Dismemberment) per company policy
• BTA Insurance (Business Travel Accident Coverage)
• Company provided lunch
• Paid-time off (PTO) and Paid Holidays per company policy
• Celebration & Condolence Benefits per company policy
• Smart Card:
  Earn additional 4 points to the standard $1 = 1 point
• Holiday Gift certificates per company policy
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) per company policy
• DCFSA (Dependent Child Care Spending Account) per company policy
• HSA (Health Savings Accounts) per company policy

• MON-FRI, 8:00am to 5:00pm

• $52,650 - 69,950 per year

* Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors.