Merchandiser

Overview Job Summary: This position is responsible for procurement functions associated with the company’s product inventory needs. Items are required to be purchased within company cost and quality parameters and delivered at competitive levels consistent with company policy and performance standards, including timely scheduling of pick up and receipt of products. Continual interaction with Sales and Suppliers is required. Responsibilities Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects. Buy Guide/Ordering – Review guide daily and place POs as needed with suppliers. Ensure orders are accurate for amount, freight, price and dates consistent with company policy and performance standards. Coordinate with finance and vendors on payment requirements. Daily Reports – Review and act as required to ensure proper and correct inventory levels using system-generated reports and information from internal departments (e.g., Out of Stock and Over-allocated Reports). Confirmations – Confirm all POs for accurate pricing, quantity, freight, and dates. Inventory Management – Use weekly reports and meetings to achieve optimal inventory levels, dated product, and returns. Work with inland logistics to arrange on-time product deliveries. Item/Vendor Maintenance – Update all item and vendor information in the system (pricing, freight, brackets, ship points, etc.). Communication with Sales team – Maintain daily communication with the Sales team. Qualifications Education: HSD or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Experience: Foodservice distribution experience preferred; 2 years’ purchasing or food distribution experience required. Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; excellent organizational and follow-up skills required. AS400 Experience: Preferred. Decision Making Authority Daily Procurement Decisions – determining which items and quantities to purchase daily. Supplier Decisions – selecting the vendor product to purchase from. Inventory Management Decisions – product movement and shelf-life management. Occasional price negotiations with vendors. Most important decisions are reviewed and approved by other individuals or supervisors (including the reviews/approvals required). Expedite or change source vendors – reviewed and approved by Supervisor or VP of Merchandising. Accounting variances – reviewed and approved by Supervisor or VP of Merchandising. #J-18808-Ljbffr