Category Buyer - Foodservice

Job Description

Job Description

Stevens Food Group is looking for qualified Category Buyer candidates with 3+ years of experience in the food service distribution industry. Candidate for this role should possess knowledge of market information, distributor purchasing strategy, pricing strategy, distribution method and billing & invoicing. A foundational understanding of vendor relations and general food service product knowledge is required. In addition, customer service and negotiation skills are a plus to be successful in this role.

 

JOB DUTIES

· Responsible for category management (Day to Day client accountability) supporting them with their Supply Chain needs.

· Firm understanding of category items, seasonality, market conditions and all intricacies that pertain to those items.

· Work with vendors to executive product and pricing contracts and ensure the success of the contract to move to the distributor level including logistics, price monitoring and inventory monitoring.

· Work in the best interest of all clients to source and secure new products as they align with client initiatives and approval.

· Responsible for managing vendor contracts including logistics, pricing negotiation, contract writing, and approval.

· Work with all Account Executives/clients to manage their daily and weekly success with vendors and distributors including reacting to service issues, product shortages, pricing discrepancies, credit due and all other vendor communications.

· Advise the Stevens Food Group Team on food service market conditions and upcoming pricing and product news.

· Work with and direct a team of individuals to maintain the success of client's products and pricing at the distributor level, including providing customer service support as needed to client locations.

· Contribute and embody Company Core Values: Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Accountability, Innovation.

Core Accountability:

· Facilitate the growth and expansion of all client’s business through savings opportunities on category items.

· Create solutions to bring savings to our clients within the food service supply chain. Focus on growth and expansion through independent initiative and creative collaboration.

· Attend internal SFG meetings, vendor meetings, and client meetings as deemed necessary by Management and Customer requirements.

· Proactively identify opportunities to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of office operations.

 

RELATIONSHIPS:

· Internal: Account Executive and Supply Chain Coordinators, Finance, Contract Management and Purchasing Department Teams

· External: Vendors, Clients

 

ROLE QUALIFICATIONS:

· Working knowledge of, and experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Must have advanced knowledge of Excel formulas, create, format, and sort tables, etc.

· Food service distribution and/or broker experience preferred (2+yrs).

· The ideal candidate would be a self-starter with the ability to hold themselves accountable for the completion of their responsibilities. They would be organized with a solid understanding of Microsoft Excel and its practical applications. Consistent and clear communication with a range of individuals and groups will be required daily.

· Bachelor’s Degree preferred

\nCompany Description

The Stevens Food Group team has over 260 years of combined staff experience in purchasing, distribution, operations, and culinary arts, which is rivaled by no other company. Our journey has led us to become a leading foodservice supply chain management company, currently managing tens of millions in annual foodservice purchases given our expertise, insight, purchasing volume, and broad network of distributor and vendor relationships. Joining the Stevens Food Group team can offer you tremendous growth opportunities.

Company Description

The Stevens Food Group team has over 260 years of combined staff experience in purchasing, distribution, operations, and culinary arts, which is rivaled by no other company. Our journey has led us to become a leading foodservice supply chain management company, currently managing tens of millions in annual foodservice purchases given our expertise, insight, purchasing volume, and broad network of distributor and vendor relationships. Joining the Stevens Food Group team can offer you tremendous growth opportunities.