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Prepared Foods BuyerMiddlebury Natural Foods Co-op • Middlebury, VT, USA
Prepared Foods Buyer

Prepared Foods Buyer

Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op • Middlebury, VT, USA
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Are you a detail-oriented food lover ready to make an impact behind the scenes? Love Local Food? Join our Deli team!

The Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op is seeking a Prepared Foods Buyer to help ensure our Prepared Foods Department is well-stocked, organized, and aligned with our mission of supporting local producers and healthy food access. This full-time role blends purchasing strategy, vendor relationships, and data management to support our team and customers.

What You'll Do :

Order and receive products to maintain a well-stocked department

  • Build strong relationships with vendors and producers
  • Analyze sales trends to make strategic buying decisions
  • Ensure pricing and product data are accurate and up to date
  • Collaborate on merchandising plans and department displays
  • Support inventory processes and maintain records
  • Provide excellent customer service and product knowledge
  • Partner with the department manager on planning and goals

What We're Looking For :

Experience with purchasing, buying, or inventory systems

  • Strong attention to detail and time management
  • Clear communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in coolers

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Supervisory or team leadership experience
  • Experience with recipe costing and margin tracking
  • Familiarity with natural foods or co-op environments
  • Proficiency with MS Excel and POS systems

    • Starting pay is $20-23 , depending on experience.

    Generous benefits package includes medical insurance, optional dental and vision, staff discount, life insurance, 3 weeks of paid time off, 401k, 20% store discount, paid parental leave, employee assistance program and more.

    Seeking evening and weekend availability, this is a full-time, 32-40 hour position. Shifts are Sunday through Thursday

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    Prepared Foods Buyer • Middlebury, VT, USA