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PURCHASING ASSISTANT

BIRITE
Brisbane, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Purchasing Assistant Pacific Gourmet is proud to be part of the BiRite Foodservice Distributors family.

BiRite Foodservice Distributors is a third generation, family-owned company that offers you a Complete Foodservice Solution. We offer unsurpassed service to all areas of foodservice throughout the greater Bay Area and Sacramento. Since 1966 we have focused on being the best foodservice partner in the Bay Area. We remain committed to serving our community with quality products, timely deliveries, and competitive pricing.

The Purchasing Assistant will maintain constant and clear communication with multiple internal departments, vendors and brokers to ensure the best product cost, quality and service at all times. Additionally, the role provides support to the Customer Service department as needed, contributing to a seamless client experience and overall team success. The Purchasing Assistant will report to the General Manager.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Analyze daily and weekly reports to monitor costs, product quality, inventory turnover, and shrinkage, implementing adjustments as needed.
  • Submit and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Verify PO confirmations on a daily basis.
  • Create and manage product item records and vendor setup files.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, distribution centers, and internal departments through consistent communication and collaboration.
  • Work closely with Warehouse Operations and Inventory Control to ensure proper and timely product flow.
  • Assist the Customer Service Department with tasks as needed.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the General Manager.

Minimum Required Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 1 year of purchasing experience in the foodservice industry.
  • Ability to negotiate cost of goods, payment terms and other product allowances.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills; ability to take initiative and make data-driven decisions.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and other assigned software applications (experience with G Suite, Zoom, and Slack is a plus).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other departments as a team player.
  • 1 years of AS400 experience is preferred but not required.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Prolonged periods sitting at workstation.
  • Required to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keyboard.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Time Speaking and Listening : 80% - 100%.
  • Concentration : Constant.
  • Work Conditions :

  • Ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure, navigate tense situations and communicate professionally with persons of all backgrounds.
  • Work may be repetitious, stressful and with little time in between calls.
  • Will work in a cubicle in close proximity to other Pacific Gourmet staff.
  • Salary Range : $28.00 to $30.00 per hour DOE

    Work schedule : Sunday - Thursday 8 : 30 am - 5 : 00 pm

    Position : Full time, Non-Exempt

    Location : This position is onsite in Brisbane, CA

    Benefits : Health, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, EAP, 401k and 401k matching after 6 months of employment, PTO, 9 Paid Holidays, Paid Leave, Attendance Bonus, Employee Anniversary Bonus, Employer paid Basic Life and Basic AD&D insurance, Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Benefits Offered, Profit Sharing.

  • Eligible after the successful completion of the 60 day introductory period
  • BiRite and Pacific Gourmet are an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Requirements :

    Salary : $28 - $30

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