Position OverviewThe Buyer is responsible for purchasing assigned commodities from multiple vendors for the company to sell to it's retail customers. This role must maintain service levels agreements, adhere to budgeted inventory levels, engage with customers on service levels, and partner with vendors to successfully manage all aspects of product flow.

Job Description

Description

Place purchase orders from vendors into buying system based on historical data, customer input & predicted demand.Create & pull reports from system to manage and track inventory levels and expiration dates of product in C&S warehousesNegotiate with vendors and customers to maximize product flow and coordinate action against close coded, expired and other unproductive inventory.Utilize system tools to analyze and react to purchasing trends. Collaborate with other team members to achieve established goals and accomplish budgeted inventory levelsMentor Buyer Assistants by organizing priorities, acting as a centralized vendor point of contact, creating inventory projects/initiatives, managing customer specific processes, etc.Interact with customers on a regular basis to communicate successes and resolve issuesPartner with the merchandising group on pricing new items, maintenance, and achievement of gross profit goals.Assist with seasonal volume, storm recovery, service level recovery, absences, vacation coverage, and/or additional training.Travel Required:No

Environment

Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

Specialized Knowledge : Strong industry knowledge; Expertise with one or more commodity expertise preferredSpecial Skills : Ability to build relationships, Sound statistical acumen; Strong interpretation and analytical skills; Professional verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications; Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.Physical abilities: :Other: :

Years Of Experience

0-2 : A minimum of 1 year of experience in purchasing, 2 years preferred. Prior retail/grocer experience preferred.

QualificationsBachelor's Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift1st Shift (United States of America)

CompanyPiggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

About Our Company

Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly ® continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers’ needs.