Senior Buyer

Employment Type Full time

Compensation Range The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Job Profile Summary Responsible for work associated with obtaining goods and services for all types of business processes applicable to the organization including: • Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.). • Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Finished Goods for Retail, etc.). Activities include: • Product/service sourcing. • Supplier selection. • Pricing/terms negotiation. • Order processing. • Contract administration. • Supplier performance management.

Description

JOB SUMMARY
The senior buyer is responsible for assigned commodities which include pricing, procuring product, maintaining quality, management of inventory levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determine daily needs and maintain the desired inventory levels.

• Order loads and build trucks for loading.

• Manage troubled loads, protections, credits, shrink.

• Participate in the weekly pricing meeting.

• Procurement representative for weekly operational meetings.

• Serves as liaison between the sales staff and the procurement department.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

• High school degree or equivalent.

• College degree preferred.

Experience

• 3 to 5 years purchasing in like field and/or working within a retail, wholesale, or distribution environment

• 2 years of produce-related purchasing of free on board (FOB) items.

Professional Skills

• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Detail-oriented.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively.

• General understanding of computers.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple assignments.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Able to prioritize and execute multiple short and long terms tasks simultaneously.

• Must be able to work with all levels within the organization.

Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.