What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seafood Purchasing Manager position at Fortune Fish & Gourmet?
Seafood Purchasing Manager Job Description
Summary of Position:
We are launching a state-of-the-art seafood processing facility that will provide premium-quality seafood to local and regional restaurants. Our operations will follow industry-leading practices and adhere strictly to regulatory standards to ensure the highest levels of safety, quality, and sustainability. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for accurately and efficiently ordering all seafood product categories, with a focus on maximizing revenue and profit. This role involves ensuring that inventory requirements are consistently met through smart purchasing decisions and effective product management. Success in this position requires strong communication and collaboration with key departments, including Quality Assurance, Sales, Inventory Control, and Logistics.
Position Duties And Responsibilities
Summary of Position:
We are launching a state-of-the-art seafood processing facility that will provide premium-quality seafood to local and regional restaurants. Our operations will follow industry-leading practices and adhere strictly to regulatory standards to ensure the highest levels of safety, quality, and sustainability. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for accurately and efficiently ordering all seafood product categories, with a focus on maximizing revenue and profit. This role involves ensuring that inventory requirements are consistently met through smart purchasing decisions and effective product management. Success in this position requires strong communication and collaboration with key departments, including Quality Assurance, Sales, Inventory Control, and Logistics.
Position Duties And Responsibilities
- Responsible for all Fresh, and Frozen Seafood purchasing categories.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and brokers.
- Monitor inventories to ensure product quality and turnover.
- Support the warehouse team in best practices for the product.
- Communicate and collaborate with the sales team on usage.
- Communicate new and discontinued items, changes in products, and packaging.
- Understand and utilize the logistics network to efficiently transport products.
- Education - High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience – 1-2 years of purchasing or buying experience.
- Work ethic – Proven ability to meet critical, time-sensitive deadlines with a strong sense of urgency.
- Communication – Proficient in English, both written and verbal.
- Hours - Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and nights, to meet customer and business needs.
- A combination of the above will also be considered.
