Buyer

Fsfreshfoods; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Produce Buyer in a leading fresh food distribution company. This role involves maintaining inventory levels, forecasting demand, and collaborating with various departments to ensure operational efficiency. With a commitment to innovation and community impact, this company offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you're passionate about the fresh food industry and ready to thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to shape the future of fresh food distribution and make a meaningful impact!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in food manufacturing or grocery buying.
• Familiarity with purchasing principles and negotiation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Forecast and procure produce to maintain service levels.
• Optimize inventory and manage stock levels efficiently.

Skills

Purchasing Principles

Negotiation Techniques

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP Systems

Procurement Software

Job description

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Join the Fresh Revolution with F&S Fresh Foods!

Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada —every single day!

For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers—from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh—from farm to family.

We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day.

If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!

Grow Your Career as a Produce Buyer: Join our Team and Harvest Success!

About the Role

This role maintains targeted service and inventory levels for produce within designated locations. Responsibilities require a detail-oriented person who can work within a fast paced, dynamic environment that routinely involves analyzing, forecasting, and procurement of goods to support stock levels, promotions, ad sales, while maintaining warehouse service level target.

• Forecast & Procure: Anticipate demand and secure the right produce at the right time to maintain service levels.
• Optimize Inventory: Manage stock levels efficiently, reduce waste, and ensure accuracy in our ERP system.
• Coordinate Logistics: Build truckloads for compatibility, monitor transportation costs, and streamline scheduling with growers.
• Analyze & Adjust: Review usage reports, manage backorders, and reconcile receiving to address inventory gaps or excess.
• Collaborate & Resolve: Work closely with operations, sales, warehouses, and QA to resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory challenges.
• Drive Efficiency: Support new item launches, minimize supply chain costs, and manage vendor relationships as needed.

What you'll Bring:

We’re looking for a passionate, detail-oriented professional ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Here’s what you’ll need to excel in this role:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma required; a related college degree in General Business, Buying/Procurement, Food Science, or Supply Chain Management preferred—or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years as a Junior Buyer or Buyer in food manufacturing, grocery, retail, or warehouse buying environments. Produce experience and knowledge of seasonality are a strong advantage!

Skills & Abilities:

• Basic understanding of purchasing principles, competitive procurement practices, value analysis, source selection, and negotiation techniques.
• Familiarity with business subjects like purchasing, economics, ethics, and accounting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient in automated systems and able to quickly learn procurement software.
• Professional, diplomatic, and calm under pressure.
• Strong logical thinking and sound judgment to balance risks, timeliness, cost, and other considerations when making decisions.

If you’re eager to grow in the fresh food industry and thrive in a challenging, rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Values: As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. Everything we do starts with our values. These are the beliefs that we share and that strengthen our team. Our values shape our thoughts and actions every day. At F&S its Always FRESH and Always FUN!

Find the most positive path.

Respond swiftly, accurately, and nimbly.

Earn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.

Serve up safety.

Have each other’s backs.

F&S Offers: We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program focused on your total well-being.

• Competitive compensation package
• A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision
• The opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match!
• Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
• Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.

F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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