We represent a well-established Produce Company that is searching for a Senior Produce Buyer to join their team in Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Buying staff.
• Train others on purchasing procedures as needed.
• Compiles data from sources such as contracts, purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, and accounting report and writes, types, or enters information into computer to maintain inventory, purchasing, shipping, or other records.
• Keeps back-order file in established sequence and releases back orders for issue or shipment as stock becomes available.
• Compiles stock control records and information such as consumption rate, characteristics of items in storage, and current market conditions, to determine stock supply and need for replenishment.
• Prepares requisitions, orders, or other documents for purchasing or requisitioning new or additional stock items.
• Reviews files to determine unused items and recommends disposal of excess stock
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers; and recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities.

Requirements:

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• At least six years of related experience required.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent Negotiating Skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Understand the importance of the handling of allergen containing products.
• Ability to prioritize and handle several tasks at once.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Strong communication skills.

Salary: DOE, Medical Benefits, 401K

Please contact Jennifer, jennifer@producecareers.com