Company Description

South Florida Produce is a rapidly growing wholesale produce distributor based in Immokalee, FL.. We specialize in the import/export and distribution of perishable produce, dairy, and value-added products throughout the Southeast. We believe in offering our associates with the opportunity to grow and excel both personally and professionally, which ultimately contributes to the overall success of our growing Company. 

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid onsite/remote role for a Dairy Buyer at South Florida Produce. The Dairy Buyer will be responsible for sourcing dairy products, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, monitoring market trends, and ensuring product quality and availability.

Qualifications

• Purchasing, Procurement, and Negotiation skills
• Supply chain management and Vendor relationship management
• Market analysis and Forecasting
• Knowledge of dairy products and industry trends
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Physical Demand

The working conditions and physical demands described are representative of those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. At times, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. At any time if he or she feels that an accommodation is needed, the employee should contact his or her supervisor or the Human Resources Department.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

§  Applicants must have the ability to work a varying schedule nights, weekdays or weekends, and some holidays

§  Work hours may vary, or change based on the business requirements

§  The job is primarily performed in an office environment

Benefits

§  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability insurance 

§  Paid vacation

§  Paid time off

§  Cell phone

§  Breakfast & Lunch (at Immokalee, FL location)