Associate Buyer

Associate Buyer

Position Overview

As an Associate Buyer of Non-Perishables, you will attain and maintain agreed upon service levels by customers while adhering to budgeted inventory levels. Additionally, you will engage with customers on service levels and partner with vendors to successfully manage all aspects of product flow.

Job Description

Description

• Procure product from branded and non-branded vendors
• Achieve and maintain targeted customer service level rates by monitoring, identifying, reacting to, communicating, and solving potential issues
• Negotiate with vendors and customers to maximize product flow, manage
• inventory levels, and coordinate action against close coded, expired, and other unproductive inventory
• Accomplish budgeted inventory levels utilizing system tools to analyze and react to trends
• Work with team-members to achieve established goals. Interact with customers to communicate successes and resolve issues
• Partner with the merchandising group on new items, maintenance, and achievement of gross profit goals
• Occasional overtime and/or weekend coverage may be needed to assist with seasonal volume, storm recovery, service level recovery, absences, vacation coverage, and/or additional training.
• Travel Required: No

Environment

• Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

• Special Skills : Sound statistical acumen, interpretation, and analytical ability; Professional verbal and written communication skills; Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize

Years Of Experience

• 0-2: Relevant Experience

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift

Company

Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

About Our Company

Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers needs.

Company: Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

Job Area: Buying

Job Family: Procurement

Job Type: Regular

Job Code: JC0092

ReqID: R-254803