Buyer I Fresh Position Available In Cumberland, Maine

Category/Area of Expertise:

Merchandising Job Requisition:

434246

Address:

USA-ME-Scarborough-145

Pleasant Hill Rd Store Code:

Merchandising Deli/Bakery (2762587) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business, becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested. Hannaford offers a flexible work environment, with a hybrid work expectation for Home Office based positions of being physically present in the Scarborough Home Office 3 days a week. This expectation serves to nourish our culture, showcase care through flexibility, and strengthen our partnerships.

Position Summary:

Responsible for negotiating cost and procuring items for specific grouping of categories. Provide guidance and direction to central sourcing teams regarding product attributes and specifications to ensure brand needs are met.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Negotiate costs with approved vendors
• Develop strong business relationships with vendors to deliver quality needs at best cost
• Meet established procurement goals, such as service levels, merchandise force outs, buyer adjust accounts, buyer/Distribution Center (DC) loss, turns, and inventory dollars
• Develop accurate projected costs and item movement to pricing to support margin projections
• Support promotional planning to drive sales
• Analyze and create recommendations regarding item trends, seasonal updates, and product supply issues

Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 3 years of professional experience
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficient in

Microsoft Office Programs Skills & Abilities:

Competency Description Analytics & Insights Developing actionable insights based on an analysis of information and research, which can serve as the basis for decision making, strategy creation and initiatives/solutions. Assortment Ability to optimize assortment both in-store and on-line, to meet identified customer wants, commercial needs and marketplace competitive positioning Collaborative Partnerships Ability to create internal and external cross-functional relationships that enable the development of beneficial solutions. eCommerce Acumen Ability to understand and apply knowledge of eCommerce drivers and insights, partnering to develop digital focused solutions which produce sustainable results. Financial & Business Acumen Ability to understand and apply knowledge of Hannaford and supplier business financial drivers, practices, and concepts to develop ideas/solutions which produce desired sustainable results. Forecasting & Replenishment Ability to understand & utilize Hannaford’s procurement systems, tools & processes to ensure effective logistics for consistent product flow & availability In-Store & Digital Shelf Management & Merchandising Ability to understand, create, and implement consistent in-store and digital merchandising and shelf management initiatives, utilizing related tools to support Hannaford’s strategies and direction. Internal & External Communication & Documentation Ability to communicate with internal partners and external suppliers across functions; Communication may be oral or written including formal presentations and required documentation Negotiation Ability to gain alignment between internal and external parties, while achieving positive business results Pricing & Promotion Ability to understand, develop, and implement pricing and promotion initiatives that support the Hannaford pricing strategy. Product, Category, & Industry Knowledge Ability to apply understanding of food safety, product specifications, category, supplier & industry dynamics, and marketplace trends to deliver our desired business results Product Development & Assortment Ability to develop and/or implement product development and assortment initiatives across all retail formats (On-Line & In-Store) to drive desired business results. Strategic Business Planning Ability to develop and implement comprehensive Category Leadership Solutions, including facilitating tactics and plans that deliver Hannaford’s strategy. The Salary Range for this Position is $75,040 – $112,560 Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.