Perishables Buyer & Inventory Flow Specialist (Hybrid)

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC; Windsor Locks (CT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC seeks an Associate Buyer in Windsor Locks, CT to procure products, monitor service levels, and manage inventory with vendors and internal teams. The role requires collaboration with merchandising to hit gross profit goals and handle seasonal volumes with training support.

The position is full-time, located in Windsor Locks, with a hybrid work model after training and no travel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–2 years of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience.

Responsibilities

• Procure products from branded and non-branded vendors.
• Maintain targeted service levels and monitor for issues.
• Negotiate with vendors and customers to optimize product flow and inventory.
• Achieve budgeted inventory levels using system tools and trend analysis.
• Collaborate with merchandising on items and gross profit goals.
• Assist with seasonal volume and training needs.

Skills

Statistical acumen

Verbal and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Organization & prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Job description

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC seeks an Associate Buyer in Windsor Locks, CT to procure products, monitor service levels, and manage inventory with vendors and internal teams. The role requires collaboration with merchandising to hit gross profit goals and handle seasonal volumes with training support.

The position is full-time, located in Windsor Locks, with a hybrid work model after training and no travel required.