Local Organic Produce Buyer & Sourcing Pro

Middlebury Natural Coop; Middlebury (VT); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Health, vision, dental coverage

Store discount 20%

Profit-sharing bonuses

3+ weeks PTO

Résumé du poste

Middlebury Natural Coop in Vermont is hiring a Produce Buyer to lead local and organic sourcing, manage inventory, and build strong relationships with regional growers. You will place and receive orders, analyze sales trends, negotiate pricing, and maintain accurate product data in our POS system while delivering exceptional customer service to shoppers in a cooperative, community-focused setting.

This full-time role requires physically lifting up to 50 lbs and working in cooler environments,

Qualifications

• Background in purchasing, buying, or inventory management.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Clear, professional communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in coolers/freezers.

Responsabilités

• Place and receive orders to keep the department stocked.
• Cultivate relationships with local growers and vendors.
• Track sales trends and seasonal movement to build product mix.
• Negotiate pricing and apply margin strategies to meet goals.
• Maintain PLUs, costs, and product data in the POS system.
• Plan and maintain attractive, well-rotated displays.
• Support inventories, case cleanings, and recordkeeping.
• Deliver excellent customer service and share product knowledge.
• Meet with the department manager to align on goals.

Connaissances

Purchasing experience

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Outils

MS Suite

Google Suite

POS systems

Description du poste

Middlebury Natural Coop in Vermont is hiring a Produce Buyer to lead local and organic sourcing, manage inventory, and build strong relationships with regional growers. You will place and receive orders, analyze sales trends, negotiate pricing, and maintain accurate product data in our POS system while delivering exceptional customer service to shoppers in a cooperative, community-focused setting.

This full-time role requires physically lifting up to 50 lbs and working in cooler environments,