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C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc.

Buyer Assistant II

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Edison, NJ (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/13/2026

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A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.

$52,704 / year median in New Jersey

-10% projected decline

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Job Description

Position Overview Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As a Buyer's Assistant II, you will assist buyers with inventory inbound maintenance and management, service level troubleshooting, and support various tasks with buyers, vendors, transportation, and warehouses. You'll make a difference by utilizing your strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills to get the job done.

Job Description Full Time, Hybrid Role Location:

Edison, NJ $19/hr - $20/hr You will contribute by: Managing inbound purchase orders: Revisions, expedites, dating, securing of appointments, and routine follow-up until receipt.

Email communications:

Review and respond to emails from buyers, vendors, and warehouse employees pertaining to purchase orders, inventory management, and impaired inventory issues.

Return logistics process:

Completion of R-Bills; working with buyers and external parties to manage return/disposition of impaired inventories. Production and distribution of various Procurement reports. Data collection, organization, and distribution. Projects pertaining to service level management and inventory management, assigned by supervisor. Assist with start-up-related tasks when required by the department Manager.

We offer:

Weekly Pay Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision) Company matched 401k PTO and Holiday Pay offered Career Progression Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Employee Health & Wellness program Employee Discounts/Purchasing programs Employee Assistance Program We're searching for candidates with: Basic computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel Outstanding attention to detail. Ability to multitask and prioritize work Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and sometimes demanding environment Years Of Experience 1-2 years relevant experience Qualifications General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma -

General Studies Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Edison, NJ 08837