seafood buyer

Politis Steak & Seafood; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Politis Steak & Seafood in Deerfield Beach, FL is seeking a Seafood Buyer for a full-time, on-site role. You will source and purchase seafood products from local, national, and international suppliers, ensuring quality, sustainability, and cost effectiveness.

Responsibilities include evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and coordinating deliveries with operations. The role requires monitoring inventory, reviewing market trends and regulatory requirements, and maintaining accurate records

Qualifications

• Experience in seafood buying, food distribution, or hospitality purchasing preferred.
• Knowledge of sustainable and ethical sourcing practices and seafood regulations.
• On-site work in Deerfield Beach, FL with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase seafood products from local, national, and international suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier offerings, negotiate pricing and contracts.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate deliveries with operations and warehouse teams.
• Review market trends, seasonal availability, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and collaborate with sales and customer service.
• Support continuous improvement in purchasing processes.

Skills

Seafood procurement

Vendor sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Inventory monitoring

Demand forecasting

Order planning

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate degree in business or supply chain

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (beneficial)

Tools

Inventory software

Basic office tools

Job description

Company Description

Politis Steak & Seafood is a premier distributor and processor of high-quality meats, poultry, and seafood, dedicated to providing customers with exceptional products and service. The company combines modern innovation with traditional expertise to deliver a memorable luxury food experience. Politis Steak & Seafood emphasizes sustainable and ethical sourcing, ensuring all products meet or exceed rigorous industry standards. The team is passionate about enhancing culinary journeys through superior quality and attentive customer care. Team members contribute to setting new benchmarks in the food distribution industry.

Role Description

The Seafood Buyer is a full-time, on-site role based in Deerfield Beach FL. This position is responsible for sourcing and purchasing a wide range of seafood products, fresh and frozen from local, national, and international suppliers while ensuring quality, sustainability, and cost effectiveness. Day-to-day tasks include evaluating supplier offerings, negotiating pricing and contracts, monitoring inventory levels, and coordinating deliveries with the operations and warehouse teams. The Seafood Buyer will review market trends, seasonal availability, and regulatory requirements to make informed buying decisions. The role also involves maintaining accurate records, collaborating with sales and customer service teams to anticipate demand, and supporting continuous improvement in purchasing processes.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in seafood procurement, vendor sourcing, and supplier relationship management.
• Candidates should possess skills in contract negotiation, cost analysis, and basic budgeting or margin management.
• Candidates should possess skills in INVENTORY MONITORING, demand forecasting, and order planning.
• Candidates should possess skills in quality assessment of seafood products, familiarity with food safety standards, and attention to detail.
• Candidates should possess skills in communication, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and professional customer interaction.
• Relevant experience in seafood buying, food distribution, or hospitality purchasing is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of sustainable and ethical sourcing practices, and applicable regulations related to seafood trade, is beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site in Deerfield Beach FL, manage multiple priorities, and use basic office and inventory software tools effectively.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, hospitality management, or a related field is beneficial but not mandatory.