Center of the Plate Buyer

Core-Mark; Oakwood (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from Day 1

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice, a Performance Food Group company, seeks a Center of the Plate Buyer to oversee protein procurement, emphasizing beef and pork. The role requires a minimum of two years buying experience and strong vendor relations.

The successful candidate will manage supplier contracts, monitor market conditions, and collaborate with the sales team to ensure quality supply of fresh commodities for distribution. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2–4 years Procurement experience in related area.
• Experience buying in the protein category (beef/pork) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and identify suppliers, negotiate price and quantity terms, and establish long-term contracts.
• Maintain stock levels and assist with special order requests.
• Negotiate prices based on market conditions and order requirements.
• Resolve invoicing, product, or delivery issues to maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Sense of urgency

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Position Details:

• Center of the Plate Buyer is a Senior Buyer level position specializing in procurement of proteins.
• COP Buyer will focus on beef and pork. Experience with any fresh protein will transfer.
• Minimum of 2 years of buying experience required.
• Must be experienced in working with a sense of urgency & consistent attention to detail.
• Position will be responsible for purchasing fresh commodities such as boxed beef, fresh and frozen pork, ground beef, beef patties, cut steaks, and fresh and frozen lamb/veal.
• Works with perishable items conducting daily date reviews, places PO's according to vendor lead times, monitors supply/demand and market conditions.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills preferred. This position will work collaboratively with the sales team.

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary:

Coordinate and identify suppliers of product, negotiate price and quantity terms and establish long-term contracts to ensure adequate supply of high quality products for Foodservice Distribution at competitive prices. Maintain established service levels for product in-stock. Assist with special order requests. May assist with training. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Select vendors based upon their ability to provide a continuous supply of product; overall service level; responsiveness to the market as shown through product innovation; quality and value of product; relationships with competitors; and their understanding of the marketplace.
• Maintain relationships with vendors by resolving problems with invoicing, product, or delivery to ensure quality service and longevity of relationships.
• Select product based upon application to our market, product performance, alternate sources of supply, and overall reputation of vendor.
• Negotiate prices and quantities ordered based upon customer orders, economic order point (volume discount vs. efficient utilization of warehousing space), promotion of product, and overall market conditions.
• Negotiate long-term contracts based upon same considerations and need for continuous supply.
• Service distribution centers for emergency situations through obtaining product and delivery on an expedient basis.
• Provides product and pricing information to sales force and make recommendations regarding pricing structure for product lines based upon volume and margin considerations.

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Benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

2-4 years Procurement, warehouse and / or administrative experience in related area

Preferred qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of Buyer experience in a foodservice distributor environment.
• Experience buying in the protein category is a must. Experience buying beef or poultry is strongly preferred.
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.