Buyer

Job description

Job Description: BUYER Summary: In the Buyer position, you will be responsible for buying and managing category inventory levels for items in our supply chain based on product lead time, desired safety stock, and anticipated customer demand in a manner that maintains acceptable service levels. You will be responsible for purchasing items for Wholesale/ Distribution and report to the Vice President of Procurement at our LOUISA, KY location. You will be an essential part of our team that has been servicing customers and delivering fine foods since 1942. Responsibilities: - Select vendors based upon their ability to provide a continuous supply of product; overall service level; responsiveness to the market as shown through product innovation; quality and value of product; relationships with competitors; and their understanding of Brown Foodservice’s geographic service areas and customer segments. - Maintain relationships with vendors by resolving problems with invoicing, product, or delivery to ensure quality service and longevity of relationships. - Select products based on application to our customers, product performance, alternate sources of supply, and overall reputation of vendo...