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Buyer/Purchasing Agent

Samuels Seafood
Philadelphia
Full-time

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Job summary : Samuels and Son Seafood, the nation’s leading purveyor of fresh and frozen seafood has a unique and exciting opportunity for the right person who is interested in working in purchasing.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, growth-focused culture, an opportunity for continuous advancement within the organization and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

In-depth training is provided. Job description :

  • Strong ability to negotiate and secure the best prices and terms
  • Strong understanding of the global seafood marketplace
  • Studies global market prices and trends to aid in decision making based on accurate research and market conditions
  • Makes regular purchases of assigned items at best possible market prices based on sales flow
  • Introduce new items from suppliers to the various sales departments
  • Make large scale commodity purchases at best possible market prices
  • Introduce new items from suppliers to the various sales teams
  • Strong attention to detail in regards to product specifications and quality
  • Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers
  • Attends category specific trade shows as required.

Skill Requirements :

  • 2 years or more purchasing experience (seafood / food preferred)
  • Must have experience working within an importing / exporting environment
  • Proven ability to work with Senior Management
  • Experience in large commodity purchasing
  • Strong analytical and excellent communication skills
  • Demonstrate collaboration, negotiation and influencing skills
  • Experience inventory control and sourcing
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and internet savvy
  • Great communication skills
  • Must be able to multi-task
  • The ability to work under pressure.
  • 30+ days ago
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