Buyer II - Fresh

Stop & Shop; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 106,480 - 159,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture inclusive

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Associate discounts

Flexible hybrid work

Job summary

Stop & Shop in Quincy, MA is seeking a seasoned Buyer for Produce to lead cost negotiation, price and capacity discovery, and inventory management across assigned categories. You will collaborate with category management and sourcing teams to secure top quality products at the best net landed cost, manage procurement contracts, and coordinate with DC/DSD to meet store goals.

The role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with three days in the Quincy corporate office and two remote days, with a

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and category management within Produce.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and supplier terms.
• Strong inventory optimization and working-capital awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost negotiations, price and capacity discovery, and inventory management for assigned categories.
• Collaborate with category management and sourcing teams on contracts and long-term deals.
• Ensure timely product flow and optimal net landed cost across stores.

Skills

Cost negotiation

Vendor management

Inventory management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Category/Area of Expertise: Merchandising
Job Requisition: 469649
Address: USA-MA-Quincy-1385 Hancock Street
Store Code: Fresh - Produce/Floral - Brands (5149344)

Here at Stop & Shop, we've been serving our customers and neighborhoods for more than a century. A lot has changed in that time, but one thing hasn't: Stop & Shop is a place where everyone can thrive and feel like they're part of family.

Our more than 50,000 associates enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and discounts to support professional and personal journeys and flexibility that fits their lives.

We invite you to pull up a seat and discover the ways you can make an impact. There's always room at our table!

This Buyer is responsible for all cost negotiation, price & capacity discovery, and overall inventory management of assigned categories. This includes direct accountability for cost of goods to ensure overall financial goals are being met, manage service levels objectives to ensure timely delivery of products to the stores, and maximize inventory turns to optimize our working capital. This position must also maintain a strong working relationship with category management teams to ensure optimal supply chain execution of the commercial plan.

What we ask of you:

Responsible for the management of the procurement function to include cost negotiation, price & capacity discovery, product sourcing, purchase order creation, product flow path determination including internal distribution and Direct Store Delivery (DSD). This position will work directly with the category management and sourcing teams in the negotiation activities of contracts, supplier agreements, and long-term deals, while managing overall targeted inventory levels. This role will be directly accountable for delivering top quality products (per the product specifications) to our stores at the best net landed cost.

Establish and maintain an integrated process with category management teams to ensure that tactical and strategic objectives are being executed as it relates to procurement relative to the commercial plan.

Maintain a keen awareness and knowledge base of global and local markets conditions. Provide daily and weekly updates to supply chain, quality assurance and category management teams so strategic decisions can be made relative to the commercial plan.

Determine and execute promotional buys to support brand-specific promotional plans. This will include procurement of advertised items and/or any special event that will create incremental demand in the supply chain.

Seek opportunity buys to drive incremental sales and margin improvements by working with the supplier community. This will also require working with the category management teams to determine brand specific product placement and feasibility if outside of regular demand patterns.

Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with our vendor community to ensure unbiased treatment during unfavorable market conditions. This will ensure Stop & Shop will receive equitable distribution of products in unyielding market conditions.

Must be highly motivated, independent performer, and able to set own priorities in concert with overall company goals and strategy.

What you bring to the table:

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; Commodity buying experience within Produce is required
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
• Produce experience required
• Experience managing multiple vendors across multiple commodities
• Cost negotiation experience
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Inventory management experience
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

What we bring to the table:

• Culture committed to celebrating diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Associate discounts
• Team of associates dedicated to serving our local customers and supporting our communities
• Flexible, hybrid work environment with three days a week at our Quincy Corporate office and the remaining days working remotely

The salary range for this position is $106,480-$159,720 and will be commensurate with background, experience as well as internal equity.

Stop & Shop is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.