Procurement Specialist
4 days ago
This role is responsible for managing procurement functions to meet the company's product inventory needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of procurement principles and be able to negotiate with suppliers to secure the best possible prices and delivery times.
Key Responsibilities- Review and place purchase orders with suppliers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Negotiate quotes with suppliers to secure the best possible prices and delivery times.
- Work with finance and vendors to ensure timely payment and resolve any payment discrepancies.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels, using system-generated reports and information from internal departments to ensure accurate and up-to-date inventory levels.
- Communicate daily with the sales team to ensure seamless inventory management and customer satisfaction.
- Use weekly reports and meetings to achieve optimal inventory levels, dated product, and returns.
- Confirm all purchase orders for accuracy, including pricing, quantity, freight, and dates.
- Collaborate with inland logistics to arrange for on-time product deliveries.
- Update item and vendor information in the system as required, including pricing, freight, brackets, ship points, etc.
- Provide inter-department training and on-the-floor merchandising support.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 3 years' purchasing experience required.
- Foodservice distribution experience preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent follow-through and organizational skills required.
- AS400 experience preferred.
- Daily procurement decisions – which items and quantities purchased daily.
- Supplier decisions – which vendor product is purchased from.
- Inventory management decisions - product movement and shelf-life management.
- Occasional price negotiations with vendors.
Reports to the Merchandising Supervisor.
Benefits InformationFor information on Sysco's benefits, please visit Sysco's website.
OverviewSysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution, serving over 700,000 customer locations worldwide. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations.
Affirmative Action StatementApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Sysco is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
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