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Sysco Corporation
Buyer
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A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.
$61,273 / year median in Maryland
-6% projected decline
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Job Profile Summary Responsible for work associated with obtaining goods and services for all types of business processes applicable to the organization including. Activities include product/service sourcing, supplier selection, pricing/terms negotiation, order processing, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
Description
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.
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.
ID R264267
Date posted 08/21/2026Employment Type Full timeCompany name US1601 Coastal Sunbelt Produce, LLCCompensation $76,000.00 - $114,000.00Compensation Range The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.Job Profile Summary Responsible for work associated with obtaining goods and services for all types of business processes applicable to the organization including. Activities include product/service sourcing, supplier selection, pricing/terms negotiation, order processing, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
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JOB SUMMARY
Purchase quality products, on time, at a competitive price, in the correct quantities so the company can grow and maintain sales and margins. Using only fully approved (Corporate) vendors and following corporate contracts.RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review item movement to determine purchase needs, cut PO's (purchase order), review PO (purchase order) confirmations.
- Physically review inventory daily with a larger focus on more critical/sensitive items
- Handle all credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink
- Work with pricing department, vendors and corporate to ensure all PO's (purchase order) priced correctly
- Plan and source logistics to support customers and maximize profitability.
- Coordinate with Sales to maximize the timely utilization of all inventories, maximize inventory turns and reduce inventory shrink
- Maintain the accuracy and stay up to date on all item maintenance, including COO (country of origin), local, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education- High School diploma or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
- 3 to 5 years purchasing in like field and/or working within a retail, wholesale, or distribution environmentProfessional Skills
- Fluent in Excel, Word, outlook, and basic PC navigation.
- 10 key and typing at a minimum of 30 words per minute.
- Determination of how much of any given item to have on hand which can carry a great dollar value.
- Rejection of product, protection on the troubled product, inability to recover shrink, substitute items when short of stock item.
- Effective and timely verbal and written communications.
- Able to prioritize and multiple short and long terms tasks simultaneously.
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.