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"May is the month of expectation, the month of wishes, the month of hope." — Emily Brontë

We encourage you to embrace this sentiment and bring your wishes and hopes to life by applying to Prime Source Foods, the largest independent protein distributor in New England and Eastern New York where we value diversity and are committed to providing a positive and professional work environment for all employees. 

Everyone has something unique to offer and we welcome your talents and aspirations. Join us in making this month a month of growth and opportunity. Apply now and be a part of our dynamic team.

Ingredients for your Success:

As a Commodity Buyer, you will be a vital part of the team focused on working directly with vendors and sales daily to ensure all products are in stock at fair market prices. Commodity Buyers oversee 25MM pounds or $100MM or more in annual purchases for the company. Additionally, Buyers help train replenishment and apprentice buyers daily. The positive and solid vendor relationships built and maintained to ensure long-term partnerships are of critical importance in this role. 

Requirements

• Purchasing and Negotiation – the ability to negotiate POs and products daily.
• Responsible for hitting all financial targets and profit margins on all assigned categories.
• Assures pricing on all items is market-relevant every day.
• Buying and product training – the ability to work with and train fellow buyers on processes and items.
• Travel – (15% expected).
• Responsible for maintaining a vendor review Schedule of a minimum of 2 reviews annually with all vendors, scheduled well in advance with purchasing leadership and marketing.
• Creates and maintains proper stock levels and inventory values.
• Always maintains proper stock levels and inventory values.
• Able to strategize and execute long-term buys to exceed profit targets.
• Finds and grows new vendor partnerships constantly.
• Other tasks may be assigned from time to time.

Work Environment AND Physical Requirements

• Most work is performed in a standard office or remote setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards; substantial time is spent working on a computer. 
• Working in a cold environment for limited times, when necessary, in the Warehouse is also required.

Education Required

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years commodity level purchasing is required, preferably in proteins. 

Experience AND Other Skills Required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multi-task, strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to follow directions, ability to work independently. 
• Always professionally conduct oneself. 
• Must be able to also work as part of a team.

The PRIME Example

Our MISSION is to meet our customers’ needs by providing cost-competitive center-of-the-plate products with flexible and efficient distribution services.

Our VISION is to be New England’s most valued provider of center-of-the-plate products through superior sourcing practices, product knowledge, and service options.

Our VALUES and success rely on relationships built on trust, fairness, respect, honesty, and teamwork. 

Perks at its Prime: You’ll enjoy great employee appreciation perks including annual employee outings and events, employee appreciation days, Holiday Parties, volunteer opportunities, and more! In addition to our exceptional culture and career growth opportunities, you’ll also be eligible to receive these great benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $25,000 company-paid Life Insurance w/option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Permanent Life, Cancer, and Accident Insurance
• Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401(K) with weekly employer match
• Employee Referral Incentive
• Paid Time Off, increasing with tenure
• Employee Purchase Program – Quality products at a discount ($.10/lb. over cost or $1.00/case over cost)
• Turkey for Thanksgiving
• Prime Roast for Christmas
• Ham for Easter
• Holiday Party
• Safety Shoe Program (qualifying positions)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apply now and be a part of a company that is committed to delivering exceptional service above all else. For more information about who we are and what we do, visit primesourcefoods.biz.