Procurement Specialist

Vistar; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote after 90 days

Entry-level role

Job summary

Vistar is seeking an entry-level Procurement Specialist (Assistant Buyer) in Colorado. The role focuses on communicating with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely execution of purchasing activities and inventory coordination.

The position offers an opportunity to support Buyers, analyze reports, and learn procurement processes with a 1-day remote option after 90 days.

Qualifications

• 0-6 months of experience in procurement or related area.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be eager and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Communication: Communicate effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and team members in order to ensure high levels of customer service and timely execution
• Replenishment Buyer Support: Support Buyers in their day-to-day duties
• Reporting: Analyze and distribute key purchasing reports
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of inventory and purchasing activities
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with Vistar (PFG) and SOX policies and procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Procurement Specialist (Assistant Buyer) plays a key role in optimizing supply chain efficiency and driving business impact.

The Procurement Specialist position will perform the following duties:

• Communication: Communicate effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and team members in order to ensure high levels of customer service and timely execution
• Replenishment Buyer Support: Support Buyers in their day-to-day duties
• Reporting: Analyze and distribute key purchasing reports
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of inventory and purchasing activities
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with Vistar (PFG) and SOX policies and procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This is a great entry level position for a recent grad with a Supply Chain degree and/or folks wanting to start a career in Purchasing!

1-day remote opportunity after 90 days!

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 0-6 months of experience in procurement or related area
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be eager and willing to learn

Compensation

$26/hr + 5% Annual Incentive Potential