Protein Purchasing Lead — Perishables & Suppliers

Mr Greens Produce Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mr Greens Produce Inc in Hallandale Beach, Florida, is seeking a Protein Buyer to source and manage protein products for daily distribution. You will build supplier relationships and negotiate favorable terms to ensure product availability and quality.

The role requires 4+ years in purchasing within the food sector, strong Excel and ERP skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, perishable goods environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of purchasing experience in the food industry.
• Knowledge of protein products (meat, seafood, poultry).
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase protein products based on company needs and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to ensure cost-effective purchasing.
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and product availability.
• Coordinate with sales and operations teams to align purchasing with customer demand.
• Ensure product quality, food safety, and compliance with company standards.
• Manage inventory levels to minimize waste and shortages.
• Resolve supply issues, shortages, or quality concerns in a timely manner.
• Track and analyze purchasing data, margins, and performance metrics.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Company Overview

Mr Greens, through Verdi Fine Foods, operates a protein processing and distribution facility in Hallandale Beach, Florida. Our operation supports customers across the hospitality and foodservice industries with a strong commitment to quality, food safety, service, and operational excellence. With deliveries 365 days a year, 7 days a week and multiple runs per day, Mr. Greens has set the gold standard for service.

Company Overview

Mr Greens, through Verdi Fine Foods, operates a protein processing and distribution facility in Hallandale Beach, Florida. Our operation supports customers across the hospitality and foodservice industries with a strong commitment to quality, food safety, service, and operational excellence. With deliveries 365 days a year, 7 days a week and multiple runs per day, Mr. Greens has set the gold standard for service.

The Protein Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing inventory of protein products, including meat, poultry, and seafood, to support daily distribution operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining product availability, controlling costs, and ensuring product quality in a fast-paced food distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase protein products (meat, poultry, seafood) based on company needs and demand forecasts
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to ensure cost-effective purchasing
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and product availability
• Coordinate with sales and operations teams to align purchasing with customer demand
• Ensure product quality, food safety, and compliance with company standards
• Manage inventory levels to minimize waste and shortages
• Resolve supply issues, shortages, or quality concerns in a timely manner
• Track and analyze purchasing data, margins, and performance metrics
  
  

Requirement

• 4+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, or procurement (food industry preferred)
• Knowledge of protein products (meat, seafood, poultry) is highly preferred
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment handling perishable products
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
  
  

Physical Demands/ Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability Insurance
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Company Phone
• 401(k)
• Holiday Pay
  
  

Mr. Greens is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.