Buyer I

Who is Giant:

Born in the DMV, we've been here for over 90 years and counting. From our first store on Georgia Ave to becoming the #1 grocer in the Baltimore-Washington area, we're proud of our local roots. Today we span across over 160 stores in D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware!


Our vision goes beyond the aisles. We're a proud partner to community organizations with a shared goal of enriching the lives of our neighbors and being the most trusted and loved local food retailer in our community.


Position Summary:

The Buyer is responsible for negotiating costs and procuring products within designated categories. This role collaborates closely with sourcing teams to provide guidance on product attributes and specifications, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives. The Buyer plays a key role in vendor selection, cost optimization, and maintaining product quality, all while driving profitability and market competitiveness. Provide guidance and direction to central sourcing teams regarding product attributes and specifications to ensure brand needs are met.


What You Will Do:

Grow Our People


We care deeply about people, enjoy diversity and develop talent to get the best out of all of us


Obsess Over Customers


We delight our customers with innovative products and experiences that support a healthier future for people and planet


Win Together


We collaborate across boundaries to deliver on our strategy and purpose


Operational Excellence

• Negotiate costs with approved vendors to optimize value and maintain quality standards

• Achieve key procurement performance metrics, including:

• Service level targets

• Inventory turnover and dollar management

• Code date compliance and reduction of forced outs

• Buyer-adjusted account accuracy

• Minimization of buyer/distribution center (DC) loss

• Ensure timely and accurate purchase order execution to support supply chain continuity.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with replenishment, logistics, and merchandising teams to resolve operational issues and improve process efficiency.

• Monitor vendor performance and escalate recurring service failures to drive corrective action.

• Participate in regular on-site warehouse visits to:

• Strengthen collaboration and communication with warehouse operations team

• Evaluate product condition upon arrival, including quality, code dating and rotation practices

• Gain firsthand insight into handling, storage and distribution processes to inform better procurement decisions

• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements.

Planning and Execution

• Develop strong business relationships with warehouse team and vendors to deliver quality needs at best cost

• Develop accurate projected costs and item movement to pricing to support margin projections

• Support promotional planning to drive sales

• Analyze and create recommendations regarding item trends, seasonal updates, and product supply issues

What You Will Bring:

• 1-3 years of retail buying experience, preferably in retail grocery

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Experience working with large data sets and deriving actionable insights and recommendations, including those that have a financial impact

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint

Salary: 80,925 - $107,900

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the role, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable law.


This position will be on-site at the Giant Food Headquarters in Hyattsville, MD.

Why Giant:

We pride ourselves on cultivating a culture of care and offering opportunities to better yourself professionally and personally. We truly value the moments that matter most to our associates. Our guiding principles are GROW, CARE, and BELONG.


GROW with us through benefits like tuition reimbursement, scholarship & grant programs, leadership development, career advancement, continuous learning opportunities and access to Market USA Credit Union.


Our CARE culture is built on a legacy of prioritizing people, offering comprehensive healthcare, life insurance, paid parental leave, wellness programs, a 401k plan with up to a 5% company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.


BELONG through Business Resource Groups (BRGs), rewards & recognition programs, community outreach, and countless volunteer opportunities that connect us with the communities we serve.


Join us and explore the full range of benefits available and become part of our 88+ year legacy. After all, food makes us a grocery store, but our people make us GIANT.