Buyer, Senior (Full-time)

Freshpoint Oklahoma City: Full time: Posted Today: R267515**Company:**US1282 FreshPoint Oklahoma City, LLC**Sales Territory:**None**Zip Code:**73111**Travel Percentage:**0**COMPENSATION** **INFORMATION:**The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors**JOB SUMMARY** The senior buyer is responsible for assigned commodities which include pricing, procuring product, maintaining quality, management of inventory levels.**RESPONSIBILITIES*** Determine daily needs and maintain the desired inventory levels.* Order loads and build trucks for loading.* Procurement representative for weekly operational meetings.* Serves as liaison between the sales staff and the procurement department.**Experience*** 3 to 5 years purchasing in like field and/or working within a retail, wholesale, or distribution environment* 2 years of produce-related purchasing of free on board (FOB) items.**Professional Skills*** Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).* Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively.* General understanding of computers.* Able to prioritize and execute multiple short and long terms tasks simultaneously.* BENEFITS INFORMATION:**For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.**We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.