What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer (1126075) position at The Judge Group?
Location: Darlington, SC
Salary: Depends on Experience
Description
Local Candidates Only (No Relocation Assistance Provided)
Our client is adding a sharp, detail‑driven Buyer to their procurement team in Darlington, SC. If you have purchasing experience in food distribution and know how to manage vendors, negotiate pricing, and keep product flowing — this is a strong next step.
You can come from any food commodity background : perishables, frozen, center‑of‑plate, dairy, dry goods, beverages, etc.
What You’ll Do
Interested or know someone who fits? Message me directly at rarritola@judge.com.
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Contact: rarritola@judge.com
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com
Salary: Depends on Experience
Description
Local Candidates Only (No Relocation Assistance Provided)
Our client is adding a sharp, detail‑driven Buyer to their procurement team in Darlington, SC. If you have purchasing experience in food distribution and know how to manage vendors, negotiate pricing, and keep product flowing — this is a strong next step.
You can come from any food commodity background : perishables, frozen, center‑of‑plate, dairy, dry goods, beverages, etc.
What You’ll Do
- Source and select vendors who deliver reliable service, quality product, and competitive pricing
- Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve issues with invoicing, product quality, or delivery
- Purchase product based on demand, economic order quantities, warehouse capacity, and market conditions
- Negotiate pricing, quantities, and long‑term agreements to secure a continuous supply
- Support emergency sourcing needs and expedite product when required
- Provide product and pricing information to the sales team and recommend pricing structures
- Evaluate alternate suppliers and monitor vendor performance
- Assist with special orders and maintain in‑stock service levels
- Perform additional duties as needed to support the procurement team
- Total compensation up to $96,000 (salary bonus)
- Top‑tier Fortune 500–level benefits , including:
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Excellent matching 401(k)
- Robust insurance and wellness programs
- Additional employee benefits and perks
- High School Diploma/GED required (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
- 2 years of purchasing experience
- Experience in food distribution (Foodservice distribution strongly preferred)
- Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor‑management skills
- Ability to analyze data, understand market trends, and make smart purchasing decisions
- Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment
- Darlington, SC
- Local candidates only — no relocation assistance offered
Interested or know someone who fits? Message me directly at rarritola@judge.com.
#JDP #Purchasingjobs #buyer #foodservice #distributionjobs #DarlingtonSCjobs
By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.
Contact: rarritola@judge.com
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com
Salary : $96,000