Produce Buyer & Inventory Flow Specialist

CareersInGrocery.com; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trader Joe's is seeking an experienced Produce Buyer to secure timely produce from vendors to multiple warehouses and stores. The role requires at least two years in produce buying, strong negotiation and vendor-management skills, and proficiency with Excel.

You will work with internal teams to project needs, manage stock levels, and ensure optimal product flow from vendors to warehouses to stores, with a focus on excellent time management and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of produce buying experience in grocery stores, produce wholesalers, distributors, or growers.
• Strong negotiation skills and prior vendor management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and direct purchase orders weekly to ensure timely produce delivery to all warehouses and stores.
• Monitor and communicate out-of-stock positions and product updates within the Produce category.
• Manage Just-in-Time and Cross-Dock supply effectively at each warehouse.
• Collaborate with Category Managers to plan and project store needs and marketing requirements.
• Maintain weekly fill rates to ensure stores receive needed volumes for customers.
• Work with other departments to resolve shipment or cost discrepancies.
• Gather customer and crew feedback about the Produce category and act on it.

Skills

Produce buying experience

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Excel proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Trader Joe's is seeking an experienced Produce Buyer to secure timely produce from vendors to multiple warehouses and stores. The role requires at least two years in produce buying, strong negotiation and vendor-management skills, and proficiency with Excel.

You will work with internal teams to project needs, manage stock levels, and ensure optimal product flow from vendors to warehouses to stores, with a focus on excellent time management and problem-solving.