Buyer

Buyer at Freedom Search Network Buyer at Freedom Search Network in Hickory, North Carolina Posted in 5 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Coordinate and identify suppliers of product, negotiate price and quantity terms, and establish long-term contracts to ensure adequate supply of high-quality products for Foodservice Distribution at competitive prices. Maintain established service levels for the product in stock. Assist with special order requests. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Job Responsibilities:

Select vendors based upon their ability to provide a continuous supply of product, overall service level, responsiveness to the market as shown through product innovation, quality and value of product, relationships with competitors, and their understanding of the marketplace. Maintain relationships with vendors by resolving problems with invoicing, products, or deliveries to ensure quality service and the longevity of those relationships. Select product based upon application to our market, product performance, alternate sources of supply, and overall reputation of the vendor. Negotiate prices and quantities ordered based on customer orders, the economic order point (volume discount vs. efficient utilization of warehousing space), product promotion, and overall market conditions. Negotiate long-term contracts based upon the same considerations and need for continuous supply. Service distribution centers for emergency situations through obtaining products and delivering on an expedited basis. Provides product and pricing information to the sales force and makes recommendations on pricing structures for product lines based on volume and margin considerations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system Safe and inclusive working environment, including a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect