Foodservice Procurement & Inventory Specialist

Buckhead & Newport Meat and Seafood; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckhead & Newport Meat and Seafood in Houston, TX is seeking a procurement professional to manage inventory purchasing within cost and quality parameters and ensure timely receipt of products. The role requires coordination with Sales and Suppliers to optimize stock levels and schedule deliveries.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in purchasing or food distribution, proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and strong organizational skills. Bachelor degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• 2 years purchasing or food distribution experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; HSD or equivalent accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects.
• Buy Guide/Ordering – reviews guide daily and place PO’s as needed with suppliers.
• Daily Reports – reviews reports to maintain proper inventory levels.
• Confirmations – confirms all PO’s for pricing, quantity, freight, and dates.
• Inventory Management – works with inland logistics to ensure on-time deliveries and optimal stock levels.
• Item/Vendor Maintenance – updates item/vendor information in the system.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Organizational skills

Follow up skills

Education

HSD or equivalent

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Buckhead & Newport Meat and Seafood in Houston, TX is seeking a procurement professional to manage inventory purchasing within cost and quality parameters and ensure timely receipt of products. The role requires coordination with Sales and Suppliers to optimize stock levels and schedule deliveries.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in purchasing or food distribution, proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and strong organizational skills. Bachelor degree is preferred.