Strategic Foodservice Buyer

Core-Mark; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group in the United States is seeking a procurement-focused professional to coordinate supplier sourcing, negotiate terms, and establish long-term contracts for high-quality products in foodservice distribution.

The role involves maintaining supplier relationships, evaluating product fit, and advising on pricing strategies to support sales teams and ensure reliable supply. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.
• 1 - 2 years purchasing or related area.
• Bachelor's Degree: Business, supply chain or related area (preferred).
• 2 - 4 years purchasing or related area within foodservice industry (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Select vendors based upon their ability to provide a continuous supply of product; overall service level; responsiveness to the market as shown through product innovation; quality and value of product; relationships with competitors; and their understanding of the marketplace.
• Maintain relationships with vendors by resolving problems with invoicing, product, or delivery to ensure quality service and longevity of relationships.
• Select product based upon application to our market, product performance, alternate sources of supply, and overall reputation of vendor.
• Negotiate prices and quantities ordered based upon customer orders, economic order point (volume discount vs. efficient utilization of warehousing space), promotion of product, and overall market conditions.
• Negotiate long-term contracts based upon same considerations and need for continuous supply.
• Service distribution centers for emergency situations through obtaining product and delivery on an expedient basis.
• Provides product and pricing information to sales force and make recommendations regarding pricing structure for product lines based upon volume and margin considerations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Vendor relations

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Bachelor's Degree: Business, supply chain or related area

Job description

Performance Food Group in the United States is seeking a procurement-focused professional to coordinate supplier sourcing, negotiate terms, and establish long-term contracts for high-quality products in foodservice distribution.

The role involves maintaining supplier relationships, evaluating product fit, and advising on pricing strategies to support sales teams and ensure reliable supply. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.