Buyer, Distribution Center

The Buyer will purchase and manage merchandise, commodities, and products for resale. The Buyer will assist in preparing reports, data entry and special projects as assigned. Responsibilities Maintain exceptional level of customer service to stores. Maintain awareness of new products, research new vendors and regularly incorporate new products into overall product mix. Ensure accuracy of cost and sell prices. Provide correct product information to Order Management in order to print accurate pick tickets. Authorize payment of invoices or returned merchandise. Coordinate and expedite most cost effective transportation of purchases. Work closely with vendors to maximize service and minimize cost on assigned products. Select and order merchandise from showings by manufacturers and brokers. Establish and maintain positive and productive vendor relationships. Maximize margins through inventory management, negotiation, category management, forward buys, and price items appropriately for resale. Stay abreast of product knowledge and industry trends by becoming familiar with customers attitudes, preference, and purchasing problems. Monitor inventory levels and prepare Purchase Orders. Inspect and grade or appraise agricultural commodities, or other merchandise to determine value and yield. Inspect exchanged or refunded merchandise. Participation in quarterly physical inventories. Establish and maintain collaborative and productive working relationship with Facility Team Leader, Purchasing Director, other Directors, Team Leaders, all Team Members and, Regional Product Coordinators. Models and cultivates effective inter-department and inter-facility communication. Maintain and facilitate communication with department Specialists and Team Leaders at the store level regarding product movement, new items, specials, margins, credits, and discontinued items. Knowledge, Skills,

Created: 2026-03-12