Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Northeast Rdc is seeking a procurement professional focused on purchasing quality products on time and at competitive prices to support sales and margins. The role involves reviewing item movement, issuing POs, and coordinating with pricing, vendors, and corporate to ensure correct PO pricing.

Daily inventory review, handling credits/returns to minimize shrink, and maintaining item data (COO, local, etc.) are essential responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma; college degree preferred.
• 3–5 years purchasing experience in retail/wholesale/distribution or similar.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook and basic PC navigation.

Responsibilities

• Review item movement to determine purchase needs and create POs; review confirmations.
• Inspect inventory daily with emphasis on critical items to minimize shrink.
• Handle credits and returns promptly to minimize loss.
• Collaborate with pricing, vendors, and corporate to ensure PO pricing accuracy.
• Plan and source logistics to support customers and maximize profitability.
• Coordinate with Sales to maximize inventory turns and reduce shrink.
• Maintain item data like COO and local details to stay current.

Skills

Typing 30 wpm

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Inventory planning

Prioritization

PC navigation

Education

High School diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Sysco Northeast Rdc is seeking a procurement professional focused on purchasing quality products on time and at competitive prices to support sales and margins. The role involves reviewing item movement, issuing POs, and coordinating with pricing, vendors, and corporate to ensure correct PO pricing.

Daily inventory review, handling credits/returns to minimize shrink, and maintaining item data (COO, local, etc.) are essential responsibilities.