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Restaurant Depot Senior Buyer in Anaheim, California
maximum 91000.00
Join us in driving customer satisfaction and sales growth by providing exceptional product offerings. Apply now and become a key player in our organization's success.
Senior Buyer
Are you a highly skilled and experienced buyer with a passion for sourcing and selecting the best products in the market? Are you ready to make a significant impact on customer satisfaction and sales growth at our retail stores? If so, we want you to join us at Restaurant Depot as a Senior Buyer and become an integral part of our organization. Restaurant Depot is a premier nationwide food service distributor operating over 150 warehouses, 3 regional corporate offices, and distribution centers in 38 states in the United States.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute strategic purchasing plans to drive customer count and sales growth
Stay ahead of industry trends and consumer needs to ensure product offerings remain competitive and appealing
Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring excellent pricing, quality, and support
Manage procurement of new and existing products while maintaining optimal inventory levels and turnover rates
Collaborate with corporate and store personnel to ensure timely delivery of products and contract compliance
Monitor and report on sales, budgets, and customer satisfaction metrics
Attend tradeshows and industry events to stay current on market trends and emerging opportunities
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a buyer or relevant role in fresh or frozen commodities
Degree in Business Management, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent combination of experience and/or higher education)
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating and adherence to purchasing best practices
Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, conditional formatting, pivot tables, macros, and data simulations
Experience with product research, specification development, and industry standard compliance
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Performance-based bonus potential
Comprehensive benefits package
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company Matched 401K
Vacation, Personal & Sick Time