• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with food suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to secure the best possible deals while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor supplier performance, addressing any issues or concerns promptly to ensure consistent product availability.

• Conduct market research to identify new food products, trends, and emerging suppliers.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to understand customer demands and preferences, ensuring the availability of desired products.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive product portfolio, considering factors such as quality, price, availability, and customer preferences.

• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with the inventory management team to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and customer feedback to forecast demand accurately and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
• Implement effective inventory control measures to minimize waste, spoilage, and stockouts.

• Collaborate with the quality assurance team to ensure all food products meet regulatory and company quality standards.
• Conduct regular supplier audits and inspections to ensure compliance with food safety and quality requirements.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, certifications, and best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

• Foster strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Attending industry events, trade shows, and conferences to network, stay informed about industry trends, and identify potential suppliers.

• Minimum of two years of experience in food buying or procurement, preferably in a food supply distribution company.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to handle inventory audits, shipping invoices, and return processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain organized inventory logs.
• Experience handling and managing inventory in food-related areas.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, portion cost, proportions, percentages, area, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 
• ERP Software experience and maximize workflow with computer applications.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. 

• Competitive pay.
• Paid time off.
• Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Team outings.

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