Produce Buyer Assistant & Receiver (Part-Time)

TriGeo Network Security, Inc.; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Hunger Mountain Co-op in Montpelier, VT is seeking a Part-time Produce Assistant Buyer & Receiver to support the Produce Buyer in meeting department goals by assisting with buying and receiving. The role reports to the Produce Manager and offers a 16-hour weekly schedule (Fri-Sat 6:00am-2:00pm) with benefits eligibility.

The position requires prior retail produce experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cold environment while ensuring accurate pricing

Qualifications

• Prior retail produce experience required.
• Ability to follow department policies and safety rules.
• Strong numerical aptitude and detail-oriented.
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Experience with Excel and POS systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fill in and assist buyer and place day-to-day orders with established suppliers within guidelines set by Produce Manager.
• Inventory back stock to determine ordering needs and for periodic financial reporting.
• Communicate daily with Produce buyer regarding market choices and opportunities.
• Enter new products in the POS system as needed.
• Assist in updating, organizing, and maintaining sales data in department spreadsheet.
• Assist in making and maintaining price signs and price changes in POS system.

Skills

Produce experience

Numerical aptitude

Excel

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Tools

POS system

MS Office

Job description

Hunger Mountain Co-op in Montpelier, VT is seeking a Part-time Produce Assistant Buyer & Receiver to support the Produce Buyer in meeting department goals by assisting with buying and receiving. The role reports to the Produce Manager and offers a 16-hour weekly schedule (Fri-Sat 6:00am-2:00pm) with benefits eligibility.

The position requires prior retail produce experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, cold environment while ensuring accurate pricing