Procurement Meat/Seafood/Deli Buyer

JOB TITLE: Meat/Deli Procurement Buyer

DEPARTMENT: Meat/Deli Procurement

PURPOSE

Responsible for the profitable procurement of product lines assigned.  Buy in accordance with policies and guidelines set forth by the Company and the Distribution Center.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Accountable and Reports to: Meat/Deli Procurement Manager

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

·        Responsible for managing Distribution Center inventory across a number of specific categories.

o   Optimize store service levels at 96% or above (98% on sale items)

o   Maintain ongoing communication link with Meat/Deli Sales Manager to insure proper understanding of promotional activity and adequate level of logistical support.

o   Manage inventory levels and product rotation

o   Negotiate logistical elements that improve cost and efficiency (work with vendors and transportation)

o   Remote access (buying system) from home or off site location when necessary

·        Responsible for working with Logistics Coordinator to help manage the timely and efficient flow of goods throughout the supply chain.

·        Use various tools and sources to forecast and communicate weekly product needs for the Division.

·        Develop and maintain good working relationships with brokers, vendors, store operations, distribution center and division office personnel

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: (These are considered occasional in nature)

·        E-Pass (billing and invoice discrepancies)

·        Periodic product quality checks/walks in the distribution center

·        Performs other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB: (Physical demands outlined on attached PAR sheet)

• Bachelor’s Degree, Management Certificate or equivalent experience required
• Retail operations management experience, with a minimum of one year experience as either a Market Manager or Chef’s Kitchen Manager preferred
• Marketing experience helpful
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

·        Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other Office programs

• Track record of good judgment and able to achieve results with minimum supervision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Most work is performed under general office conditions in a temperature controlled environment.  Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk

EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM JOB:

• Incumbent will use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of the workday.

CONTACTS:

·        Has daily contact with co-workers, suppliers/vendors and customers