Buyer - Center of Store

Job Title Buyer Job Description Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving. This role is located at our distribution center in Portland, OR. Main responsibilities: The Buyer is responsible for the purchasing and timely delivery of products for specialized categories within our Center of Store Department. The Buyer provides supply chain/inventory management for a promotionally active center of store desk and corresponding financial accountabilities. Buyer procures product in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company. Responsibilities include: Managing Distribution Center inventory across a number of specific specialized categories. Optimizing store service levels at 97% or above. Maintaining ongoing communication link with division retail teams and vendors to ensure proper understanding of promotional activity and adequate level of logistical support. Managing inventory levels and product rotation. Negotiating logistical elements that improve cost and efficiency (work with vendors and transportation). Evaluating suppliers' offerings against key business criteria and product specifications. Working with Logistics Coordinator to help manage the timely and efficient flow of goods throughout the supply chain. Using various tools and sources to forecast and communicate weekly product needs for the Division. Developing and maintaining good working relationships with brokers, vendors, store operations, distribution center and division office personnel. Handling E-Pass (billing and invoice discrepancies). Performing periodic product quality checks/walks in the distribution center. Performing other duties as assigned. Most work is performed under general office conditions in a temperature-controlled environment. Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk. Incumbent will use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment during the workday. Has daily contact with co-workers, suppliers/vendors and customers. Qualifications We are looking for candidates who possess the following: Bachelor's Degree, Management Certificate or equivalent experience required. Retail operations management experience. 2 plus years of Buying Experience. Marketing experience preferred. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other Office programs. Track record of good judgment and able to achieve results with minimum supervision.

Created: 2026-03-04