Grocery Purchaser

Nature's Fare Markets; White Rock; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where your passion for local, organic, and sustainable food can shine! As a Grocery Purchaser, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our shelves are stocked with the best products for our customers. This position offers a vibrant work environment where you can connect with customers, learn about exciting new products, and contribute to a team dedicated to health and well-being. With flexible hours and a supportive atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for someone eager to grow and thrive in the grocery industry. Bring your enthusiasm and creativity to a team that values fun and connection!

Benefits

Competitive wage

Flexible benefits

Up to 25% store discount

Education allowance

Free swag

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in purchasing is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with product questions and provide suggestions.
• Create purchase orders and manage stock levels effectively.
• Utilize creativity to build attractive product displays.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Work Ethic

Job description

The successful candidate will be scheduled 32 - 40 hours per week, and must be available to work AM/PM, weekdays, and weekends.

Regular Store Hours:
Mon – Sat 8:00am – 9:00pm
Sun 9:00am – 7:00pm

Grocery Purchaser

The Grocery Purchaser is responsible for placing orders with our suppliers to ensure there are sufficient stock levels for customers. Although the Grocery Purchaser and the Grocery Manager work as a team, decisions about the operation of the department ultimately lie with the Grocery Manager. As part of one of our largest and most diverse departments, our Grocery Team Members are passionate about local, organic, and sustainable food. You enjoy helping others choose products that work best for their health and lifestyle, and you are eager to learn and try new products, so you are confident in the information you are sharing! This role also involves keeping our shelves stocked and looking amazing through building creative displays.

PERKS:

• Competitive wage with a starting range of $19.50 - 22.50/hour
• Flexible benefits
• Up to 25% store discount
• Education allowance
• Free swag (products, food, clothing + more)
• Share in some laughs, air high-fives, and fun each day

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Strong organizational skills
• Previous experience in purchasing is an asset but not required
• Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service is essential
• A passion for local, organic, and sustainable food and natural supplements
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong work ethic and desire to contribute to people’s health and well-being
• Ability to work in an energetic, fast-paced environment
• Enjoy having fun!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Greet customers warmly as they enter the department – we like building connections with our new and regular customers and sharing a laugh along the way.
• Assist customers with questions they may have about products we carry and give suggestions based on their needs (don’t worry, we will train you on this!)
• Create purchase orders, order schedules, customer special orders, and item movement reports.
• Know the location of products in the store, allowing you to identify trendy items that sell well and need reordering.
• Become an expert on our ordering system and anticipate ordering needs for sales and promotions.
• Understand and follow buy-in dates.
• Utilize creative problem-solving skills to handle issues like supplier out of stocks, errors in shipping, or incorrect pricing.
• Work with your team to stock shelves throughout the day so products are easily accessible for customers.
• Use your creativity and eye for detail to create attractive and organized displays.
• Learn about new and featured products that are on sale through Nature’s Fare’s flyers and magazines.
• Help others, share your knowledge on our amazing products, be safe, be a great team player, and have fun!

Put your passion into work that matters with a growing, BC-based company committed to being a better company for our customers, our employees, and the planet. We’ll surround you with a great team and a supportive learning environment where you can grow and thrive.

Nature's Fare Markets is an equal opportunity employer and as such we strive to foster a workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected.

Apply online today!