Frozen Foods Buyer - Plum Market

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Plum Market Team – Where Passion Meets Opportunity!

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry. We are dedicated to offering the finest selections of All Natural, Organic, Local, and Specialty Grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our Customers.

At Plum Market, our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do . We are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our Customers lead a better lifestyle. Our priority is creating a welcoming environment that supports both our Customers and our Team Members.

Our Retail Grocery Stores reflect the diverse communities we serve . From our dedicated Team Members and valued Customers to our local vendors and thoughtfully curated product selection, we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we’d love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Why Work at Plum Market?

Flexible Scheduling – Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.

Grow Your Passion – Learn about great food while advancing your skills and knowledge.

Comprehensive Training – We invest in our Team Members with exceptional training programs.

Competitive Holiday Pay – Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.

Career Growth Opportunities – As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!

Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

401(k) with Company Match – Available after just six months.

Team Member Discounts – Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off Team Member meals.

Plum Market is more than just a workplace – it’s a desirable and rewarding environment where your contributions matter.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!

Description:

The Frozen Buyer is responsible for leading the purchasing, inventory management, and merchandising of the Frozen Foods department at Plum Market. This role ensures the frozen aisle, freezers, case stacks, and related displays are consistently full, organized, and aligned with Customer expectations. The Frozen Buyer is accountable for meeting sales goals, purchase budgets, and margin targets while maintaining pricing accuracy, rotation, and shrink control. They support a seamless Customer experience through excellent service, consistent communication, and strong product knowledge.

Who you are:

You model and deliver exceptional Customer Service.

You have a passion for frozen foods, especially natural, organic, local, and specialty brands.

You are detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

You are results-driven and confident managing both product performance and vendor relations.

You value inclusion and support a collaborative, respectful workplace.

You are proactive, solutions-oriented, and take ownership of your responsibilities.

You take pride in contributing to a clean, full, and visually appealing department.

What you will bring:

6+ months experience in retail grocery, buying, or a related field.

Strong knowledge of frozen, dairy, and dry grocery categories.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Apps and the ability to adapt and learn new software solutions 

Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break – we work on the floor and alongside our team.

Ability to bend, stoop, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

What you will do:

Purchase and maintain inventory for the Frozen Foods department, ensuring optimal stock levels and proper rotation.

Monitor sales performance and adjust orders to support sales goals and margin targets.

Manage pricing accuracy, product signage, and merchandising for all frozen sections.

Execute promotional plans, seasonal resets, and product launches with consistency and accuracy.

Maintain current and accurate order guides, purchase logs, and vendor records.

Work closely with vendors to coordinate deliveries, resolve issues, and support in-store promotions.

Communicate product knowledge and updates to Team Members and Leadership.

Fulfill Customer special orders and respond to requests with professionalism.

Follow all health, sanitation, and food safety procedures.

Uphold Plum Market standards for Customer Service, operational excellence, and department presentation.