Buyer III

Category/Area of Expertise: Merchandising
Job Requisition: 559662

Address: USA-PA-Carlisle-1149 Harrisburg Pike
Store Code: Fresh - Brands (5149142)


At The GIANT Company we're committed to making our stores and facilities better every day for our team members, customers, and communities. It's our secret recipe for success and it guides everything we do. We put our customers first, do what's right, win together, and make ideas happen. As a team member here, that's exactly what you'll help us do. You'll share your ideas, learn new skills, and really make a difference for not only your team, but for your customers and your community.


About Us


The GIANT Company, based out of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, has been serving customers since 1923, with nearly 200 stores located in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. We believe that our greatest strength is our people. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive both personally and professionally. Our core values of Care, Courage, Humor, Integrity, and Teamwork are exemplified every day by our team members.


We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, future, and work-life balance, including, but not limited to:

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage, as well as cessation programs, to encourage you to be your healthiest self
  
  

• Parental leave and adoption assistance so you can grow your family
  
  

• A 401(k) plan with company-match to help you save for the future
  
  

• An Employee Assistance Program to assist you in navigating life's challenges
  
  

• Paid time off designed to support a healthy work-life balance
  
  

• Discounts for team members to make your money go further
  
  

Our commitment to making a positive impact extends beyond the workplace. We offer paid volunteerism to encourage giving back to the community, and we actively pursue zero-waste initiatives to promote sustainability.


Join us and be part of a company that values your contribution, cares about your well-being, supports your future, and delivers value and freshness with kindness every day.


Your Role in Our Story as a Buyer III


Responsible for negotiating cost and procuring items for specific grouping of categories. Partner with central sourcing teams regarding product attributes and specifications to ensure brand needs are met. (Commodity buying)

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like as a Buyer III


> Research and recommend possible new vendors aligned with our overall strategic offering goals
> Negotiate costs, resolve supply and service issues, and drive innovation with approved vendors
> Develop strong business relationships with vendors to deliver quality needs at best cost to maintain department gross profit
> Create purchase orders, check truck arrivals, review buyer exceptions, and review daily store orders

> Meet established procurement goals, such as service levels, merchandise force outs, buyer adjust accounts, buyer/DC loss, turns, days on hand, and warehouse and storage inventory dollars

> Use Power BI reporting to track service levels, inventory on hand, and days on hand
> Develop accurate projected costs and item forecasts to support margin projections
> Support and execute promotional planning to drive sales and volume
> Analyze and create recommendations regarding item trends, seasonal updates, and product supply issues

> Communicate regularly with suppliers on opportunity buys to gain volume at reduced costs

> Manage inventory in store and in warehouse through sell through analysis, discontinued item clean up, new item inventory availability

> Partner with pricing, store operations, ADUSA supply chain, ADUSA sourcing, and Perishable Distribution teams to execute business objectives

What You'll Bring to the Team


7 years

Bachelor's Degree

10 Reasons Why You Should Join The GIANT Company:

• We Ensure You're Seen and Valued: At The GIANT Company, inclusion isn't optional; it's how we operate. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and opportunities are provided for all.
  
  

• We Invest in Your Growth: With opportunities for continued education, professional growth, and leadership development, The GIANT Company supports your long-term career journey.
  
  

• We Keep It Human: We work hard, but we also laugh, support one another, and never forget that life happens outside of work too.
  
  

• We Strive to Make a Difference: Be part of a company that gives back to the communities it serves, making a meaningful difference beyond the stores' walls. We are a company that prioritizes sustainability and responsible sourcing to ensure a better future for generations to come.
  
  

• We Empower Our Team Members: At The GIANT Company, you're encouraged to bring your ideas to the table and make a real impact on the business and its customers.
  
  

• We Provide Flexibility: With hybrid schedules and a culture that respects boundaries, our team can do great work while still having time and space for life outside the office.
  
  

• We Recognize and Appreciate Our Team Members: Your efforts will not go unnoticed. We celebrate wins and appreciate the people that make them possible.
  
  

• We Obsess on Freshness, with Our Products, Stores, and Team Members: Freshness drives everything we do. We innovate constantly to stay ahead of trends and deliver standout products. Our stores are ever-evolving spaces designed to inspire, and we build our teams with energetic, growth-minded individuals who bring fresh thinking every day.
  
  

• We Foster a Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture: We believe that the best ideas come from working together. Our environment encourages open communication, cross-functional teamwork, and mutual support.
  
  

• We Have a Long-Standing Reputation: Join a trusted brand that has been a staple in the community for over 100 years, known for its dedication to customer care and quality service.
  
  

What are the details?

• Hybrid Remote: This position is based out of Carlisle, PA and will require 3 days a week in the office.
  
  

• Reporting: The Buyer III reports into the Category Manager within the Merchandising Fresh Team.
  
  

• Position Posting Length: The position posting will be live for 2 weeks after the posting date listed at the top of this page.
  
  

The GIANT Company is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law.