Procurement Merchandiser - Food Distribution & Inventory

Sysco; United States; On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

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Job summary

Sysco is seeking a procurement professional responsible for managing inventory purchases within cost and quality parameters. You will coordinate with Sales and Suppliers to ensure timely pick up and receipt of products, while maintaining policy standards.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of purchasing experience in food distribution and proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Some AS400 experience is preferred, with occasional vendor negotiations.

Qualifications

• 2 years purchasing or food distribution experience required.
• Foodservice distribution experience preferred.
• AS400 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects.
• Buy Guide/Ordering – reviews guide daily and places POs with suppliers; aligns with finance on payments.
• Daily Reports – reviews inventory reports to maintain proper levels.
• Confirmations – confirms all POs for pricing, quantity, freight and dates.
• Inventory Management – manage inventory levels, dated product, and returns.
• Item/Vendor Maintenance – update item and vendor data, pricing, ship points, etc.
• Communication daily with the Sales team.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Organizational skills

Follow-up skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor Degree Preferred

Tools

AS400

Job description

Sysco is seeking a procurement professional responsible for managing inventory purchases within cost and quality parameters. You will coordinate with Sales and Suppliers to ensure timely pick up and receipt of products, while maintaining policy standards.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of purchasing experience in food distribution and proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Some AS400 experience is preferred, with occasional vendor negotiations.