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Dairy, Cheese, Dry Goods Frozen Product Buyer

Job Description: 

A major produce distributor headquartered in Los Angeles has an opportunity for an experienced Buyer. In addition to we offer a variety of dairy products, frozen foods and dry goods.

Responsibilities & Duties: 
  • Responsible for maintaining proper inventory levels of products based on usage.
  • Assure that quality product is available at competitive cost.
  • Source and develop vendors and growers who provide competitive prices, good quality and service.
  • Interact as a team with sales, warehousing and distribution.
  • Cover shortages promptly.
  • Monitor product forecast, market trends and suppliers to determine future prices and availability.
  • Mon-fri 630am-330pm
  • Arrive to work as scheduled.
Qualifications: 
  • Must be highly self-motivated, able to work independently, upbeat, and adept at taking calculated risks.
  • 5 plus years of similar experience with a foodservice provider; product knowledge is extremely important.
  • FOB experience is a plus.
  • Possess think-outside-the-box capabilities; be a superior communicator and have strong analytical skills.
  • Pluses: Strong computer skills and bilingual.

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