What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Performance Foodservice?
Job Description:
The Buyer position will perform the following duties:-
Maintains multi line product replenishment from vendors and suppliers at competitive market pricing.
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Maintains adequate inventory levels to ensure superior service levels to customers and sales force through use of industry standard Best Practices procedures.
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Achieves established gross profit levels while maintaining a competitive cost basis through negotiation and relationship development.
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Interacts and communicates both written and verbally with sales force, customers and vendors in a timely and informative manner on market conditions, delivery schedules and product information.
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Works in an environment that requires team work and the ability to work independently to maintain required job parameters.
- Develops interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and externally.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience1 - 2 years purchasing or related area
3-5 years of foodservice experience
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.