Regional Buyer I, ProduceLa Mirada, California, United States

Regional Buyer I, Produce

This role is onsite 5 days a week in La Mirada, CA.

About the Role

As a Regional Buyer, you will be responsible for planning and replenishing items based on sales history and forecasts to satisfy customer demand in the region. You will source the local's favorite produce for our customers. You will have the opportunity to flex your negotiation and strategic planning skills to drive the growth and success of our produce category. Your job is to bring the "art" to the "science" using your intuition and expertise fueled by data, analytics, and, above all, a passion for helping our customers get high-quality produce and live better.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Regional Merchandising Manager to drive purchase order strategies and achieve business objectives
• Analyze and consider inventory levels and logistics progress to optimize the availability and safety stock levels while minimizing risk of stock out
• Develop the promotion plan and inventory flow accordingly by understanding the industry seasonal trend or vendors' supplies
• Foster trust and relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services; managing local vendor performances
• Identify customer preferences and forecast customer trends; source for exciting produce products our customers will love
• Perform necessary product inspection and quality assurance activities in the cold storage area
• Conduct market research on assortment and pricing
• Assist in preparing necessary reports and documentations

Key Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business Analytics, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Procurement Planner, Purchasing Specialist, Logistics Coordinator, or similar role
• Must be able to act independently since the position is the main point of contact for order fulfillment with vendors.
• Experience developing strong business relationships with vendors
• Working knowledge of MS Office, relational databases, and ERP systems (e.g. SAP)
• Bilingual preferred (English and Chinese)
• 3+ years of experience in grocery category management, with expertise in produce procurement preferred
• Passion for produce and eagerness to learn more about the industry

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance package, including medical, dental, and vision. PPO/HMO packages
• 401k, 4% company match
• Equity and Bonus
• Vacation, sick and holiday time off
• Monthly mobile stipend
• Monthly Weee! Points credits

Compensation Range

• The US base salary range for this full-time position is $68,640 - $72,000
• This role may be eligible to discretionary bonus, incentives and benefits
• Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location

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