Senior Buyer

maximum 91000.00

Join us in driving customer satisfaction and sales growth by providing exceptional product offerings. Apply now and become a key player in our organization's success.

Senior Buyer

Are you a highly skilled and experienced buyer with a passion for sourcing and selecting the best products in the market?

Are you ready to make a significant impact on customer satisfaction and sales growth at our retail stores? If so, we want you to join us at Restaurant Depot as a Senior Buyer and become an integral part of our organization.

Restaurant Depot is a premier nationwide food service distributor operating over 150 warehouses, 3 regional corporate offices, and distribution centers in 38 states in the United States.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute strategic purchasing plans to drive customer count and sales growth
• Stay ahead of industry trends and consumer needs to ensure product offerings remain competitive and appealing
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring excellent pricing, quality, and support
• Manage procurement of new and existing products while maintaining optimal inventory levels and turnover rates
• Collaborate with corporate and store personnel to ensure timely delivery of products and contract compliance
• Monitor and report on sales, budgets, and customer satisfaction metrics
• Attend tradeshows and industry events to stay current on market trends and emerging opportunities

Qualifications :

• Proven experience as a buyer or relevant role in fresh or frozen commodities
• Degree in Business Management, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent combination of experience and / or higher education)
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating and adherence to purchasing best practices
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, conditional formatting, pivot tables, macros, and data simulations
• Experience with product research, specification development, and industry standard compliance
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams

Compensation and Benefits :

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company Matched 401K
• Vacation, Personal & Sick Time

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