Commodity Buyer jobs in Philadelphia, PA

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Commodity Buyer will cultivate relationships, negotiate prices, and purchase goods and services from suppliers according to departmental and organizational policies and procedures.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Research, understand and implement purchasing, sales and pricing decisions based on commodity market conditions on daily basis.
• Responsible for perishable inventory positions relative to age and market conditions.
• Building and maintaining vendor relationships to maximize business.
• Negotiates the purchase of commodity proteins.
• Communicate with warehouse as needed.
• Manage inventory within budget limits, while maintaining in stock position.
• Responsible for pricing and margin decisions for products assigned.
• Work closely with marketing team to execute specific marketing campaigns.
• Works independently with some direction from the Purchasing Manager and Director.
• Follows up in a timely fashion with suppliers on late deliveries, obtain shipping confirmations/proof of delivery as required.
• Prints daily reports, open order report and overdue report, executes accurate purchase orders as system requirements indicate.
• Works with Accounts Payable to resolve accounting discrepancies as needed.
• Monitors price changes from suppliers and reviews with the Senior buyer and Purchasing manager.
• Operates within department policies and procedures.
• Reviews product allocation.
• Coordinate with warehouse and inventory control
• Updates customer pricing.
• Works with Customer Service Representatives communicating supplier information, order status, and any pertinent changes.
• Coordinates efforts between CSR’s, Sales Reps., and suppliers on customer returns as needed.
• Follows up on orders to ensure that product is shipped and delivered on promised dates.
• Maintains records and follow up files of purchases, shipments, and related matters.
• Performs other duties as requested by management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL HAVE

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse group of employees and managers.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and computer-based applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field highly preferred.
• 4-5 years' as at Buyer
• Prior experience working in the food industry preferred