Strategic Buyer & Inventory Optimizer

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Northeast RDC in California is seeking a Purchasing Associate to secure quality products on time and at competitive prices, while managing inventory and shrink.

You will review item movement, issue POs, coordinate with pricing and vendors, and ensure accurate item data and COO. This role requires 3–5 years in purchasing within retail/wholesale/distribution and strong Excel/ERP skills.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Excel, Word, Outlook and basic PC navigation.
• 10-key and typing at a minimum of 30 words per minute.
• Determination of how much of any given item to have on hand which can carry a great dollar value.
• Rejection of product, protection on the troubled product, inability to recover shrink, substitute items when short of stock item.
• Effective and timely verbal and written communications.
• Able to prioritize and execute multiple short and long terms tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Review item movement to determine purchase needs, cut PO’s (purchase order), review PO confirmations.
• Physically review inventory daily with a larger focus on more critical/sensitive items
• Handle all credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink
• Work with pricing department, vendors and corporate to ensure all PO’s priced correctly
• Plan and source logistics to support customers and maximize profitability.
• Coordinate with Sales to maximize inventory turns and reduce inventory shrink
• Maintain the accuracy and stay up to date on all item maintenance, including COO (country of origin), local, etc.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

10-key

Typing 30 wpm

Inventory optimization

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Sysco Northeast RDC in California is seeking a Purchasing Associate to secure quality products on time and at competitive prices, while managing inventory and shrink.

You will review item movement, issue POs, coordinate with pricing and vendors, and ensure accurate item data and COO. This role requires 3–5 years in purchasing within retail/wholesale/distribution and strong Excel/ERP skills.