Purchasing Agent

Purchasing AgentImperial Dade is the leading distributor of foodservice packaging, facilities maintenance supplies and equipment in the U.S. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, the company serves customers in many business-to-business market segments including supermarkets, healthcare facilities, universities, and restaurants. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in New Jersey, Imperial Dade serves more than 80,000 customers through a footprint of 80+ branches.Regional Distributors, a division of Imperial Dade, leading national distributor, has a job open in Rochester, NY. The Purchasing department is hiring a talented Purchasing Agent! The successful candidate will have a mix of both strategic and tactical responsibilities and will be tasked with overseeing the management of inbound inventory flow to our warehouses. Responsibilities will include processing and tracking purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers both domestic and international, maintaining customer fill rate while also managing stock levels within a turn goal.The Purchasing Agent will be a product expert, interacting with the Sales team, internal departments, and our suppliers to ensure our customer needs are met. The Purchasing Agent will work closely with domestic and international suppliers on pricing, inventory availability, new items and complementary/substitute items.Full-Time Salary: Up to 90,000You will:Manage the creation and maintenance of all items for assigned vendor linesMaintain a clear line of communication with our suppliers and Sales team, and partner with Sales to gain insight into customer needs.Negotiate and resolve supplier performance issues impacting costs and customer service.Utilize existing tools and systems to analyze and take action on current inventory positions and trendsAchieve in-stock service level targets, response times, and inventory need datesContinue improvement of KPIs for out-of-stock items, inventory management and inventory turnsAssist in defining and reporting key performance metricsYou have:A bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience2-3 years of buying and inventory/supply chain experience requiredProficiency in Microsoft ExcelA collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationshipsFood Packaging experience is a big plusAt Imperial Dade, we offer an exciting environment in which to work, learn, and grow professionally. We are excited to continue to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. As a family-owned and operated company, we value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits, 401K, Life Insurance, and a generous Paid Time Off Package.Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.Our company is a Fair Chance employer, committed to providing opportunities for qualified individuals with past justice system involvement. We believe in assessing candidates based on their skills and experience. A conditional offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.MASSACHUSETTS APPLICANTS:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.