Senior Buyer - Meat Seafood Deli Bakery
On-siteTracy, California, United States
Tracy, California, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelRetailEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelEnterpriseRetail
Job Summary
Oversee the buying team to ensure profitable procurement and timely delivery of meat, seafood, and bakery products while managing supply chain and inventory for assigned lines. Procure products in accordance with company policies, establish projected sales and profit quotas, and conduct post-promotional reviews to analyze service levels and inventory turns. Resolve pre-books, allocations, and billing issues by interfacing with store operations, distribution centers, and vendors to maintain proper product flow. Mentor buying team members, develop long-range goals, and utilize remote access to buying systems when necessary.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent Supply Chain experience
- Minimum 5 years buying experience in the retail industry preferred
- Retail operations/Marketing experience preferred or strong understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices
- Working knowledge of procurement, logistics and inventory management practices
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in taking initiative and making appropriate decisions
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships within and outside the company as well as mentor assigned buyers
- Proficiency in PC systems required, including ability to utilize spreadsheets, macros and supply chain systems
- Must have the ability to represent the Company's interests in negotiations with outside professionals and suppliers
- Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions
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