We are a dynamic food service company who has made significant investments in technology to support our fast growing business. Our company has established a trusted partnership with our customers by consistently providing the highest quality products at competitive prices. We are looking to grow our team with highly qualified individuals who share our commitment to customer service and excellence in all that we do.
We are currently looking for a Purchasing Supervisor to join our team in Atlanta, GA.
As the Purchasing Supervisor, you will be responsible for securing all products, both perishable and non-perishable for our company. You are also responsible for researching, interviewing and negotiating with suppliers to obtain the highest quality products at competitive prices.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required, with emphasis in Business, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent field.
- Five years procurement experience in the food service industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Professional certification in purchasing a plus.
- Excellent computer skills, related software, and knowledge of purchasing/accounting processes required.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with food distributors, clients and associates.
- Must be able to interface with all departments and resolve problems and issues; must be able to build teams and establish relationships.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
- Must be able to work a minimum of 50 hours a week and Saturdays, rotating schedules at times; ability to work varied hours with early start times.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key vendors in order to ensure the most cost-effective prices, highest quality of goods, and best delivery performance.
- Analyze vendor performance metrics in order to enhance ongoing opportunities.
- Responsible for the timely planning, scheduling of receipt, and inventory control of the products for the Company.
- Responsible for maintaining proper inventory levels for all goods; maintains accurate records to ensure the integrity of all transactions conducted through vendor relationships.
- Prepare purchase orders and ensure accuracy of delivery.
- Monitor product forecast, market trends and suppliers to determine future prices and availability.
- Minimize shrinkage/spoilage of fresh fruits, vegetables, proteins and canned line items.
- Maintain a database of all relevant products to ensure the Company is purchasing the most consistently available, cost-effective product and highest quality goods in the market.
- Work as a team member with sales, warehouse and distribution personnel.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of food and nutrition procurement laws, rules, and regulations.
- Compose clear, complete, and concise correspondence and reports
- Communicates favorable purchasing opportunities to management.
- May lead and direct work of others.
Our Ideal candidate will have excellent planning and organizational skills. They will be able to use critical thinking to solve any problems that may arise, and communicate the solutions to the rest of the team. They will also be a team leader and able to use their experience to not only help the team grow, but the company as well.
