Produce Buyer

Strong, growing produce company seeking experienced produce buyer who will be responsible for decision making in all areas related to the supply chain.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manage/Track inventory levels and usages for up to multiple production facilities, to maintain the plant’s ability to fulfill order.
• Place orders in a timely manner to fill customer needs. Keep communication while tracking incoming orders and their delivery.
• Accountable for finding new suppliers, vendors, and sourcing and pricing opportunities for key commodities.
• Continuously look for ways to cut costs on raw products by working closely with finance and supply chain management to help strategize on cost saving initiatives.
• Compare pricing from several different options. Reach out to current suppliers and communicate with vendors about competitive pricing.
• Assist in product research. Work closely with all departments to align on best options in fulfilling both customer and plant expectations for new items and customer requests.
• Frequent communication and decision making with the Vice President of Procurement, our CEO, the purchasing team, and facility team to align and help with best ordering practices.
• Solve problems regarding internal company transfers of new and existing item launch components, changes in availability within the marketplace, as well as seasonal, regional, or weather-related issues.
• Works with accounting to finalize any outstanding invoices, sign off on discrepancies, and issue PO’s.
• Build, dispatch, and secure transportation for the select commodities that are assigned to the position.

Position Requirements:

• 2-3 Years experience in related fields, produce preferred
• Ability to multi-task, concentrate, and work in a fast-paced environment on the procurement side of the business.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Must be able to build rapport with clients.
• Research and analytical abilities.
• Bilingual a plus

Please contact Katie, katie@producecareers.com