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Assistant Specialty Foods Buyer

Frontline Source Group
Cincinnati, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

Assistant Specialty Foods Buyer

Our client in Cincinnati, OH has an immediate opening for an Assistant Specialty Foods Buyer on a direct hire basis.


Company Profile:

Established Grocery Retailer

Team atmosphere and environment

Passion for serving customers


Assistant Specialty Foods Buyer:

The Assistant Specialty Foods Buyer plays a critical role in supporting procurement operations, focusing on inventory management, vendor relations, and strategic purchasing for specialty food product lines.

Meticulously review and monitor inventory levels across specified food categories and vendor portfolios. Develop comprehensive replenishment strategies to ensure optimal stock levels, minimize potential shortages, and support efficient warehouse operations.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with specialty food vendors. Proactively negotiate pricing, promotional terms, product quality standards, and delivery conditions to maximize value and ensure consistent product availability.

Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to senior buyers, including new item setup, price adjustments, and detailed item maintenance. Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement documentation and tracking systems.

Serve as a critical liaison between vendors, warehouses, and internal departments. Promptly address and resolve inventory discrepancies, quality concerns, and supply chain challenges with professionalism and efficiency.

Continuously monitor market trends, emerging food products, and industry developments to support strategic purchasing decisions and identify potential new product opportunities.


Assistant Specialty Foods Buyer Background Profile:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.

Minimum of 5 years in sales, procurement, or food industry purchasing

Proficiency in PowerBI and Google Workspace preferred

Experience with order processing and database management systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Flexibility to travel as required

Commitment to company procedures, values, and policies

Ability to represent the organization professionally in all interactions

Ability to work in an office and retail environment


Features and Benefits:

Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

Paid Vacation Time

401k Plan

Employee Discount


Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.


Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested by Frontline Source Group or its affiliates until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job.

Salary : $65,000 - $100,000

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