Buyer

Overview

• Support the merchandising team in executing strategies and ensuring operational excellence within the division.
• Manage vendor relationships, item setup, and cost input to optimize purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to maintain accurate stocking matrices for new stores.
• Analyze gross profit trends and implement corrective actions to enhance profitability.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and maintain data integrity within systems.
• Provide support to store teams for merchandising and operational needs.
• Conduct audits on product quality, sales performance, and profit margins.
• Travel up to 30% to support vendor and store operations.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Negotiate and purchase goods ensuring optimal value and quality.
• Determine order quantities while managing lead times and vendor terms.
• Create and confirm purchase orders and invoices using SAP systems.
• Update pricing and item data to protect cost and gross margins.
• Coordinate distribution and resolve operational issues with vendors.
• Support project coordination and meet established deadlines.
• Maintain product data integrity within internal systems.
• Create and review weekly sales reports and ad hoc data requests.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement, grocery, or food sourcing roles.
• Proficiency in SAP systems for purchase orders and inventory management.
• Strong analytical skills for data reporting and trend analysis.
• Excellent communication skills to manage vendor and internal team relationships.
• Ability to travel up to 30% as required for vendor and store operations.
• Experience in maintaining product data integrity within systems.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.