About the Role We are a growing broadline foodservice distributor with three distribution centers, and we are looking for a sharp, analytical Buyer to join our purchasing team. In this role, you will own replenishment across a diverse product mix and will be making daily inventory decisions that directly impact service levels, spoilage, and the bottom line.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision * Paid time off and company holidays * Inventory & Replenishment Management * Manage daily purchasing and replenishment across a high-SKU, multi-category product portfolio spanning three distribution centers * Execute purchase orders to maintain strong fill rates while minimizing excess inventory, aging product, and spoilage * Monitor key inventory metrics including turns, days-on-hand, shorts, shrink, and service levels * Demand Planning & Forecasting * Analyze sales trends, seasonal patterns, and new business initiatives to build accurate short- and long-term demand forecasts * Collaborate with Category Managers and the Sales team to align inventory positions with customer demand, promotions, and new item launches * Identify slow-moving and at-risk inventory and develop action plans to reduce exposure
Hold vendors accountable to fill rate, delivery, and quality commitments — escalating issues as needed * Evaluate vendor performance using data and recommend changes to sourcing strategy when appropriate
Data, Systems & Reporting * Maintain accurate item master data, cost records, and vendor information in our ERP/purchasing system * Generate and analyze inventory and purchasing reports to support operational and financial decision-making * Support category margin analysis and cost modeling as needed
3–5 years of purchasing, replenishment, or inventory management experience in broadline foodservice distribution, food manufacturing, or high-volume wholesale distribution * Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel — must be comfortable with pivot tables, data analysis, and building reports from scratch * Experience with AS400 or similar system * Data-driven mindset * Must be available to work on-site 5 days per week
? Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field — or equivalent work experience * Familiarity with JIT (just-in-time) supply models and produce or perishable inventory management * Build and maintain Excel-based tools (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, dashboards) to track KPIs and surface actionable insights * Experience working across multiple distribution centers or warehouse locations * Prior exposure to category management, vendor cost modeling, or procurement analytics
Buyer/Purchasing- Foodservice Distribution in wayne at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and onsite.