Buyer - Meat, Seafood, Deli & Bakery

Job Title

Buyer

Job Description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

Bring your flavor

Albertsons is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, 22 distribution centers, 20 food and beverage plants and various support offices. We operate in 34 states and the District of Columbia under the Albertsons banner, as well as Safeway, Tom Thumb, Jewel Osco, Shaw's and many more recognizable names.

What you will be doing

As a buyer, you will be responsible for the profitable procurement of product lines assigned. You will buy in accordance with policies and guidelines set forth by the Company and the Distribution Center.

Main responsibilities:

• Maintain acceptable service levels and ensure in-stock on all ad product
• Review and react to any issues on the daily out of stock report
• Constantly review forecasts (regular, promotional, and seasonal) and react to any trends
• Review and update buy multiples and purchase order constraints to correlate with forecasts
• Review and update lead times based on product demand, vendor behavior, and seasonal events
• Understand deal structures and incorporate into buying strategy to achieve best cost of goods; use forward buy opportunities to obtain best possible costs
• Check inbound purchase orders for timely delivery and proactively work with the vendor/broker on any foreseen issues
• Obtain inventory turn goals. Set and maintain inventory levels in relation to anticipated and actual sales
• Schedule purchases of perishable product and maintain code date requirements
• Assist in the maintenance functions pertaining to proper freight charges, pricing brackets, allowances and deal information
• Maintain an ongoing communication dialog with the Sales Manager(s), for consideration in making future buying and/or programming decisions
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with brokers, vendors, store directors, distribution center and division office personnel
• Assist in promotional distributions

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Bachelor's Degree, Management Certificate or equivalent experience required
• Retail operations management experience
• Marketing experience helpful
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other Office programs
• Knowledge of distribution systems helpful
• Track record of good judgment and able to achieve results with minimum supervision

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve