Wholesale Grocery Buyer
Wholesale Grocery Buyer
Carrie Rikon & Associates, LLC
Queens, NY
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Wholesale Grocery Buyer
Job requires 5 days in office
A leading big box chain, specializing in restaurant and culinary wares, is seeking a skilled and experienced Grocery Buyer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in maintaining our reputation for providing high-quality products at competitive prices to our clients in the restaurant industry.
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for a generous performance-based bonus.
Requirements:
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Job requires 5 days in office
A leading big box chain, specializing in restaurant and culinary wares, is seeking a skilled and experienced Grocery Buyer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in maintaining our reputation for providing high-quality products at competitive prices to our clients in the restaurant industry.
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for a generous performance-based bonus.
Requirements:
- At least one year of proven experience in grocery buying, preferably within a large retail or wholesale environment
- Strong understanding of the grocery market, including trends, pricing strategies, and supply chain management
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams
- Ability to analyze data and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions
- Strong organizational skills, with the capability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
- A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred
- Develop and execute purchasing strategies for grocery categories to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability
- Analyze market trends and perform competitor analysis to identify opportunities for price negotiations and product sourcing
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while seeking new opportunities for partnerships and product sourcing
- Collaborate with the merchandising and inventory teams to ensure product availability, timely delivery, and inventory optimization
- Manage supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards and delivery timelines
- Conduct regular reviews of product range and performance, making adjustments to buying strategies as necessary
- Work closely with the marketing and sales teams to identify opportunities for promotions and product launches
- Competitive salary package
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and retirement plans
- Generous bonus program based on performance
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive and dynamic team
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