Produce Buyer II

Albertsons Companies; Roanoke (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Earned wage access via Stream

Associate discounts

Health and well-being benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Roanoke, TX is seeking a procurement professional to lead sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and optimize inventory across Produce procurement.

You will collaborate with store operations, distribution centers and division offices, manage purchase orders and analyze costs to support cost-effective procurement while following policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of Purchasing or Vendor Management experience in retail.
• Understanding of procurement, logistics and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Planning and organizing abilities; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain best possible product quality at competitive pricing.
• Interface with department heads and suppliers to accomplish goals.
• Manage purchase orders and input using procurement systems.
• Conduct logistics planning to optimize costs and timing.
• Review reports and adjust service levels and inventory turns.
• Collaborate with store operations, distribution centers and divisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Planning & organizing

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or equivalent

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Main Responsibilities

• Obtain best possible product quality at competitive pricing at all times.
• Ensure that established policies and procedures are understood and adhered to by all Produce procurement staff.
• Strive to meet or exceed inventory turn goals and service levels.
• Interface with other department heads and division personnel to accomplish job functions. Develop and maintain good working relationships with suppliers, store operations, distribution center and division office personnel.
• Reviews acquisition costs to ensure items purchased are at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need.
• Assesses current inventory, growing conditions, seasonality, promotional activity and logistics situation to determine order quantities.
• Completes Purchase Orders and input using mainframe and iTrade functionality.
• Conducts post-promotional reviews and analysis to determine if promotional requirements were met and if there were problem areas, develops solutions.
• Conducts logistics planning processes while ordering products to attain the best net product price possible.
• Reviews and resolves pre-books received from stores or division personnel prior to purchasing.
• Reviews and analyzes daily and weekly reports to check service levels and inventory turns, makes adjustments as needed.
• Visits stores, as needed, to monitor programs, obtain store feedback and to assess overall implementation effectiveness as needed.
• Approves Accounts Payable variance processes for distribution sourced items to ensure correct prices have been invoiced.
• Maintains necessary files and records.
• Coordinates with Warehouse Operations to maintain the proper product flow through the facility, in a timely manner.
• Remote access (buying system) from home or off-site location when necessary.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Possess The Following

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 plus years of Purchasing or Vendor Management experience in the retail industry.
• Retail operations/Marketing experience preferred or strong understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices.
• Understanding of procurement, logistics and inventory management practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in taking initiative and making appropriate decisions.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships within and outside the company.
• Computer aptitude with the ability to use spreadsheet and word-processing software.
• Most work is performed under general office conditions in a temperature-controlled environment. Incumbent will use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of the workday.
• Travel Requirements: Less than 5% Travel.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values – ACI Values

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