Strategic Purchasing Leader (Food Distribution)

Julius Silvert, Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & annual performance bonus

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career development and training programs

Job summary

A prominent food distribution company is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to optimize sourcing strategies and strengthen supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of purchasing experience in food distribution, with strong negotiation and vendor management skills. This full-time position offers comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) match, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing experience in food distribution.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies for specialty food products.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers.
• Partner with sales teams to manage aged inventory.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

A prominent food distribution company is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to optimize sourcing strategies and strengthen supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of purchasing experience in food distribution, with strong negotiation and vendor management skills. This full-time position offers comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) match, and opportunities for career development.