JD Food · 3 months ago
Purchasing
JD Food is a company focused on buying products for resale to customers at the retail and/or foodservice level. The Purchasing role involves negotiating contracts, selecting and ordering merchandise, and analyzing sales trends to meet customer needs.
Food and BeverageRetailWholesale
Responsibilities
Represent company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers
Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales
Assist in marketing and bill-back programs
Negotiate prices, discount terms, or transportation arrangements with suppliers
Examine, select, order, or purchase merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements, or other factors, such as environmental soundness
Recommend mark-up rates, markdown rates, or merchandise selling prices
Obtain information about customer needs or preferences by conferring with sales or purchasing personnel
Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise
Monitor and analyze sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate customer buying patterns and determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed
Collaborate with vendors to obtain or develop desired products
Inspect merchandise or products to determine quality, value, or yield
Participate in sales meetings to introduce new merchandise
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Passed Pre-employment Physical and Drug Test
Basic Math, Computer and Analytical skills