What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Buyer position at Frontline Source Group?
Specialty Foods Buyer
Our client in Columbus, OH has an immediate opening for a Specialty Foods Buyer on a direct hire basis.
Company Profile:
Specialty Grocery Retailer
Team Atmosphere and Environment
Passion for Food and People
Specialty Foods Buyer:
The Specialty Foods Buyer plans, sources, selects, and purchases products. They must understand consumer needs and current retail trends. The ideal candidate has experience in category management, strategic sourcing, buying, procurement, contract management, merchandising, and vendor relationship management.
Develop and maintain relationship with vendors and suppliers to promote fair dealing.
Procurement of new and existing products while maintain inventory levels and turns.
Create and develop long term plans and strategy for their product lines.
Analyze category product data regarding trends and consumer needs.
Forecast market trends to ensure availability of products.
Good product and procurement negotiation skills to secure competitive prices.
Evaluate supplier options regarding price, quality, terms, and support.
Work closely with Store Management and staff on merchandising and plan-o-grams.
Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase.
Subject matter expert both internally and externally with regards to specialty foods.
Responsible for the financial performance of the category.
Manage new and discontinued items process.
Ability to analyze, improve and re-evaluate procurement processes continuously.
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques.
Specialty Foods Buyer:
Degree in Business Management, Marketing or related field and five or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of retail/wholesale experience and/or higher education preferred.
Experience with specialty foods procurement is a must.
Excellent organizational skills.
Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating.
Understands and abides with purchasing best practices.
Features and Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
Paid Time Off
Performance-based incentive plan.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Salary : $80,000 - $120,000
