Strategic Buyer & Inventory Optimizer

Sysco; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a purchasing professional to manage item movement, PO creation and verification, and daily inventory reviews. The specialist will work with pricing, vendors, and corporate teams to ensure accurate pricing and timely replenishment for customers.

The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, shrink reduction, and effective communication across departments to support profitability and customer service goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• College degree preferred.
• 3 to 5 years purchasing in like field and/or working within a retail, wholesale, or distribution environment

Responsibilities

• Review item movement to determine purchase needs; cut POs and review PO confirmations.
• Physically review inventory daily with focus on critical/sensitive items.
• Handle credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink.
• Work with pricing department, vendors and corporate to ensure all POs are priced correctly.
• Plan and source logistics to support customers and maximize profitability.
• Coordinate with Sales to maximize inventory turns and reduce shrink.
• Maintain item data accuracy (COO, local origin, etc.).

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

10-key typing

Inventory planning

Vendor coordination

Communication

Education

High School diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

Sysco, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a purchasing professional to manage item movement, PO creation and verification, and daily inventory reviews. The specialist will work with pricing, vendors, and corporate teams to ensure accurate pricing and timely replenishment for customers.

The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, shrink reduction, and effective communication across departments to support profitability and customer service goals.