Buyer
On-site · Brisbane, California, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate inventory replenishment and the end-to-end Purchase-to-Pay process for assigned categories. Responsibilities include creating POs, vendor confirmations, updating delivery dates, partnering with Accounts Payable for payments, maintaining purchasing system data, and managing vendor documents (W-9s, indemnities, etc.). Collaborate with Vendors to ensure timely PO fulfillment, manage FDA issues, optimize freight, and work with Sales Managers to address out-of-stock/over-stock risks. Build and maintain vendor relationships to negotiate volume discounts and price breaks; manage Fusion system issues impacting Purchasing/Receiving and minimize Expired product impact using the BFC dating system. Requires 5+ years buying experience in specialty food products, a bachelor’s degree (preferred), strong Excel and computer skills (e.g., JDE, Microsoft Suite), and a professional, deadline-driven mindset.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years buying experience in Specialty Food Products for a multi-unit Distribution Organization
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited four-year college or university preferred
- Advanced Excel and computer skills (JDE, Microsoft Suite)
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment
- Vendor management and negotiation skills
- Experience with PO creation and vendor documentation
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