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Sr. Merchandiser-Fresh Produce Procurement

3 months ago

Fresno, United States MRINetwork Jobs Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you passionate about sourcing and procuring the best produce products available? If yes, you could join the team of an amazing produce distribution company that services the Food Industry in Retail, Wholesale and Food Service. Our client is looking for a Sr. Merchandiser-Fresh Produce Procurement for the Pacific Northwest. The position is located on-site in the Seattle, WA area.

The Sr. Produce Buyer is a member of the Procurement Team. The position is responsible for identifying and procuring conventional and organic product for Retail, Wholesale, and Food Service customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Explore sourcing alternatives and new products, partnering with sales and service managers to introduce at least 10 new items to sales every 6 months
  • Manage clearance of 1% or better
  • Achieve a fill rate of 99% or higher
  • Achieve 99% or greater purchase order accuracy at time of receiving
  • Passionately source the best available products
  • Create mutually beneficial relationships with growers, and work collaboratively with others to create value for customers and the company
  • Establish and maintain consistent contact with growers and suppliers
  • Communicate consistently and effectively with internal and external partners
  • Recommend and establish strategic sourcing programs specific to customer needs and expectations
  • Work closely with team to ensure that the right products are obtained, at the best quality available, at the best cost

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • 5+ years produce/perishable buying experience required-supervisory experience a plus
  • Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 5 years related job experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Familiarity and experience buying a wide range of fresh products, produce, proteins, or perishables
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills, and the ability to use data to inform solid business practices
  • Knowledge of commodity locations, growing and harvesting practices, packing and repacking, and other produce suppliers, distributors and processors
  • Strong communication and relationship building skills and the ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Problem Solving-Demonstrated skill identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner; gathering and analyzing information skillfully; developing alternative solutions; working effectively in group problem solving situations
  • Proven business acumen
  • Professionalism-Approaches others in a professional manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments
  • Ethics-Inspires the trust of others, works ethically and with integrity; maintains confidentiality; upholds organizational values
  • Ability to speak and write in English is required
  • Proficiency in MS Office products, with emphasis in Excel
  • Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate information with both detail and enthusiasm
  • Competitive benefits and relocation package available
  • Position is located on-site in the Seattle, WA area

*** All applications must be accompanied by a current professional resume