Buyer

1 week ago

Minneapolis MN United States Trio Supply Company Full time

Trio Supply Company, a federation partner of Office Depot Corporation is looking for a Junior Buyer to join our purchasing team in our Fridley, MN corporate offices. Trio Supply is a leading distributer of disposable food service products. Our customers include restaurants, schools, taverns, churches, caterers, and the entertainment industry.


Trio Supply offers a great benefit package and competitive salary. Benefits include generous paid time off, paid holidays, 401K plan with a company match of 100% on the first 4%, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid volunteer time off, employee discounts, a casual work environment.


We are seeking a driven and detail oriented Buyer to be responsible for selecting and purchasing products for distribution to our customers. The Buyer evaluates inventory, negotiates prices and terms for purchased products. You will build purchase orders for supplies to match sales demand for the best price, while still meeting vendor minimums. The Buyer tracks purchases, monitors, vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. This position will work with staff across department to forecast the needs of the business and make purchasing decisions based on demand. They will work with suppliers and vendors to keep proper inventory and ensure customer satisfaction.


Specific responsibilities include:

  • By utilizing an internal demand system develop purchase orders to match sales demand, inventory levels, and seasonality fluctuations.
  • Work with Vendors to ensure the best price, accurate lead times, and ensure inventory is in stock.
  • Communicate with upper management, sales, fellow buyers on a regular basis ensuring to follow up with short stock, price changes, demand adjustments, or other inventory issues.
  • Performs root cause / corrective actions for stock outs, missed deliveries and non-conformances to proactively drive permanent solutions.
  • Work to be a sales advocate, assisting where needed and working in a cohesive team.
  • Evaluate Inventory and manage inventory levels to ensure product availability for optimum inventory levels by developing systems to initiate purchases.
  • Assists department and warehouse management with periodic Slow Moving Product reports
  • Prepares reports, spreadsheets and other related documentation as directed
  • Actively participates as a member of the purchasing team and the organization by attending meetings, sharing information, etc.


This position requires someone who is detail oriented with excellent/proficient technical skills and Microsoft Office 365. In addition, the ideal applicant will have the following qualifications:

  • Advanced level of Micro Soft Excel usage/knowledge.
  • 1-2 years experience in e-Commerce, sales, or analytics, or a bachelor's degree in business or similar education.
  • Ability to develop strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated skill in dealing with external vendors and customers while maintaining good business relationships throughout communication.
  • Strong understanding of market dynamics and industry trends.
  • Ability to be nimble and problem-solve with an entrepreneurial attitude.
  • Ability to develop strong relationships at all levels of the organizations.


Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary



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