Purchasing Specialist

Company Description Cheney Brothers recognizes the prosperity of our company is built on the efforts of our employees. We offer a high-impact, supportive culture enabling immensely talented people to be brilliant at what they do. Our Cheney Brothers family of over 3,000 dedicated associates have access to world-class leadership and learning experiences, comprehensive benefit packages and endless opportunities to grow their career. We know the best way to back our customers is to back our people. Join our innovative family of industry leaders who never stop investing in the future. Job Description We Deliver the Goods Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect Position Purpose The Purchasing Specialist is an entry-level role that supports the purchasing team by assisting with the ordering of goods and services needed by the organization. Working closely with a Category Manager, this position helps prepare and process purchase orders, track order status, and support timely delivery of materials. The Purchasing Specialist maintains accurate purchasing records, follows established purchasing procedures, and assists with routine communication with vendors as directed. This role also helps monitor inventory levels, identify potential issues, and escalates questions or concerns to the Category Manager. The Purchasing Specialist may perform other related duties as assigned to support the Category Manager and the overall purchasing function. The position is designed to provide hands‑on learning and development in procurement and supply chain processes while supporting daily business operations. Primary Responsibilities Monitor special order items to ensure that they are moved as promised. Work with department managers to review dead/slow inventory and move to more appropriate warehouse(s). Assist retrieving confirmations prior to receiving. Work within SAP platform reviewing dashboards, ensuring all items are addressed timely. Review and help project anticipated out of stock products. Address administrative challenges with product (missing pictures, information, etc.) Work with vendors to ensure accurate descriptions. Adhere to rebill processes. Timely maintenance of an accurate database of vendor contacts. Appropriately address drop ship items. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience. Required Qualifications Excellent organizational skills. Ability to effectively communicate with leaders verbally and written. Microsoft Office experience. Preferred Qualifications Work Experience: 1 - 3 Years Purchasing experience. Preferred Education: Associate's Degree/2-Year Technical. Familiarity with inventory, scheduling and tracking software. Knowledge of SAP. EEO Statement Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Performance Food Group (New)