Associate Buyer, Non-Perishables
Company Name:
C&S Wholesale Grocers
C&S; Wholesale Grocers is the largest wholesale grocer/distributor in the nation. We supply independent supermarkets, chain stores and institutions with over 100,000 different products from more than 50 high-tech facilities in fifteen states. In addition, we provide third-party logistics solutions to large food manufacturers, operate three retail grocery stores, develop technologies for use in automated warehouses and license certain trademarks for use in the retail grocery business. Our total net sales in fiscal 2013 were approximately $22B, which ranks us among the largest privately-held companies in the United States.
As part of the procurement department you will be joining a team that ranks as the 5th largest buyer of food in the United States and will play a crucial part in the success of C&S; by making sure that our customers are braggingly happy. In our Non-Perishables department we purchase food items ranging from soup to candy to ice cream and frozen pie crusts.
The Associate Buyer will maintain agreed upon service levels by customers while adhering to budgeted inventory levels. This person will engage with customers on service level and partner with vendors to successfully manage all aspects of product flow and have visibility to each part in the supply chain.
Procure product from branded and non branded vendors
Achieve targeted customer service level rates by monitoring, identifying, reacting to, communicating, and solving potential issues
Negotiate with vendors and customers to maximize product flow, manage inventory levels and coordinate action against close coded, expired and other unproductive inventory
Accomplish budgeted inventory levels, utilizing system tools to analyze and react to trends
Work with team-members to achieve established goals
Maintain ordering parameters and accurate manufacturer and item information
Consistently validate forecasting and item information to ensure synchronization of customer and vendor systems
Collaborate with manufacturers, internal department, and support staff to accomplish both team and company goals
Interact with customers to communicate success and resolve issues
Partner with the merchandising group on new items, maintenance, and achievement of gross profit goals
Work with the warehouse group on inbound order issues, returns, vendor recalls, and prioritization of loads
Participate in daily team meetings to ensure communication on implementation and status of company initiatives
Support department efforts during non traditional hours ensuring overall department goals are met
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Two years relevant experience preferred
Sound statistical acumen, interpretation and analytical ability
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with C&S; Wholesale Grocers, Inc. - An Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran.
Date: 2014-08-26
Country: US
State: NH
City: Keene
Postal Code: 03431
Category: PurchasingEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
C&S Wholesale Grocers
C&S; Wholesale Grocers is the largest wholesale grocer/distributor in the nation. We supply independent supermarkets, chain stores and institutions with over 100,000 different products from more than 50 high-tech facilities in fifteen states. In addition, we provide third-party logistics solutions to large food manufacturers, operate three retail grocery stores, develop technologies for use in automated warehouses and license certain trademarks for use in the retail grocery business. Our total net sales in fiscal 2013 were approximately $22B, which ranks us among the largest privately-held companies in the United States.
As part of the procurement department you will be joining a team that ranks as the 5th largest buyer of food in the United States and will play a crucial part in the success of C&S; by making sure that our customers are braggingly happy. In our Non-Perishables department we purchase food items ranging from soup to candy to ice cream and frozen pie crusts.
The Associate Buyer will maintain agreed upon service levels by customers while adhering to budgeted inventory levels. This person will engage with customers on service level and partner with vendors to successfully manage all aspects of product flow and have visibility to each part in the supply chain.
Procure product from branded and non branded vendors
Achieve targeted customer service level rates by monitoring, identifying, reacting to, communicating, and solving potential issues
Negotiate with vendors and customers to maximize product flow, manage inventory levels and coordinate action against close coded, expired and other unproductive inventory
Accomplish budgeted inventory levels, utilizing system tools to analyze and react to trends
Work with team-members to achieve established goals
Maintain ordering parameters and accurate manufacturer and item information
Consistently validate forecasting and item information to ensure synchronization of customer and vendor systems
Collaborate with manufacturers, internal department, and support staff to accomplish both team and company goals
Interact with customers to communicate success and resolve issues
Partner with the merchandising group on new items, maintenance, and achievement of gross profit goals
Work with the warehouse group on inbound order issues, returns, vendor recalls, and prioritization of loads
Participate in daily team meetings to ensure communication on implementation and status of company initiatives
Support department efforts during non traditional hours ensuring overall department goals are met
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Two years relevant experience preferred
Sound statistical acumen, interpretation and analytical ability
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with C&S; Wholesale Grocers, Inc. - An Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran.
Date: 2014-08-26
Country: US
State: NH
City: Keene
Postal Code: 03431
Category: PurchasingEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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