Strategic Buyer & Inventory Planner

FHLB Des Moines; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 72,700 - 109,100; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Purchasing professional for FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC in Hartford, CT. The role focuses on purchasing quality products on time and at competitive prices, while aligning with corporate contracts and approved vendors.

Responsibilities include reviewing movement, managing POs, inventory oversight, and collaboration with pricing, vendors and sales to maximize margins and turns. Strong Excel and data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree preferred.
• 3–5 years purchasing in retail, wholesale, or distribution environments.

Responsibilities

• Review item movement to determine purchase needs and create POs.
• Physically review inventory daily, focusing on critical items.
• Handle credits and returns promptly to minimize shrink.
• Coordinate with pricing, vendors and corporate to price PO's accurately.
• Plan and source logistics to support customers and maximize profitability.
• Coordinate with Sales to optimize inventory turns and reduce shrink.
• Maintain item data including COO and local requirements.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Typing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Sysco is seeking a Purchasing professional for FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC in Hartford, CT. The role focuses on purchasing quality products on time and at competitive prices, while aligning with corporate contracts and approved vendors.

Responsibilities include reviewing movement, managing POs, inventory oversight, and collaboration with pricing, vendors and sales to maximize margins and turns. Strong Excel and data skills are essential.