BUYER

Company: F & S Produce Company Inc
Location: Vineland
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
From our headquarters in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods distributes fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and meal solutions to nearly 100 million customers daily. Strategically and centrally located, our main hub has easy access to every major interstate on the Eastern Seaboard. With 650,000 square feet of devoted facilities, we process over 100 million pounds of produce annually for our retail, food service, and industrial customers alike.We have spent 40 years perfecting our production and safety processes, and our support and partnership have generated new possibilities for an array of customers from restaurants to convenience store chains to supermarket prepared food operations, and every high-volume fresh foods marketspace in between.Reporting to the Category Manager - Produce, the Buyer is responsible for the negotiation and purchase of fresh produce. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: execute supply planning and purchase orders, analyze and communicate commodity market conditions, negotiate pricing, manage inventory levels, diagnose and troubleshoot issues, and negotiate transportation prices. This individual will also recommend alternate vendor sources as needed and make recommendations regarding cost reduction, forecasting of material prices, optimizing profit margins, and maintaining inventory accuracy.Principle Duties & ResponsibilitiesExecutes the company's purchasing plan in accordance with the department's overall strategy and planSecure and analyze quotes; negotiate prices and terms with suppliers; recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilitiesPrepare and send purchase orders by verifying specifications and pricing; obtains recommendations from suppliers for substitute items as neededManages inventory levels and places replenishment orders according to production/demand planning needsVerifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves discrepancies with receiving department and suppliers as neededProvides cost analysis information as needed by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trendsWorks cross functionally with Quality, Production, Inventory and Receiving departments to identify opportunities for improvement and resolve issues in a timely mannerCommunicate with vendors to find out status of an order - booking, loading, tracking, receivingUpdates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunitiesCommitment and involvement with the company Health and Safety ProgramManage and troubleshoot supply and/or trucking issues, as required outside of normal office hours

Requirements:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A college degree in economics, logistics, supply chain management, business administration or agriculture is a plus5+ years in the fresh produce industry2+ years in fresh produce procurementGood working knowledge of fresh produce including seasonality and geographyWorking knowledge of MS Office, with advanced Excel knowledgeEffective communication skills, both written and verbalStrong organizational skills with attention to detailCollaborative, team playerResults focused individual with strong initiativeAble to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision balancing multiple tasks/projects F&S CULTURE: As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. Everything we do starts with our values. These are the beliefs that we share and that strengthen our team. Our values shape our thoughts and actions every day. At F&S its Always FRESH and Always FUN! Find the most positive path.Respond swiftly, accurately, and nimbly.Earn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.Serve up safety.Have each other's backs.F&S OFFERS: We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program focused on your total well-being.Competitive compensation packageA robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, VisionThe opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match!Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid HolidaysCareer Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.At F & S Fresh Foods, we strive to build a diverse workforce through equal opportunity employment that embraces and leverages the differences each individual has to offer. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer of minorities/females/disabled/veterans. PI183208773

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