Grocery Outlet · 2 days ago
Sr Director, Purchasing - Meat
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$185K/yr - $205K/yr
8+ years expGrocery Outlet is dedicated to providing bargain-minded consumers with quality products. The Sr Director of Purchasing for Meat will oversee the department's P&L, manage supplier relationships, and guide the purchasing team in strategic decision-making to drive growth and efficiency.
Food and BeverageGroceryRetail
Responsibilities
Overall management of the Department’s sales, margin, inventory, personnel and store communications
Responsible for managing and nurturing current and new supplier relationships
Be able to communicate effectively with 3rd party partners responsible for the developing and manufacturing of case ready items for GOI – Beef, Pork, Poultry & Fresh Seafood
Responsible for negotiating deals with suppliers for products to be sold in stores, while maintaining desired price points, value, margin and turn requirements
Responsible for researching pricing and movement of products
Understand and execute appropriate distribution of products and maintain proper turn rates
Respond to all supplier offers and problems in a timely manner
Communicate with stores regarding pricing and product issues, special handling and merchandising ideas
Review all newly created purchase orders
Visit suppliers and stores when necessary (Including GOE Stores)
Responsible for the supervision and training of different levels of direct reports, including but not limited to the following: account development, professional development, accounting responsibilities, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, etc
Ensure that all responsibilities are completed within Grocery Outlet standards of performance
Qualification
Required
You have a BA Degree or eight to ten years retailing/sales or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with in-depth knowledge of the industry
You are a team player and can make quick, educated decisions
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, financial statements, government regulations and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, suppliers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community
You have a strong financial acumen and experience with use of all financial statements
You are a skilled negotiator who can build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers
You can write presentations and present information effectively to top management public groups, suppliers and/or board of directors
You can calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, margins, and percentages
You can solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
You have strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Windows based programs. Experience with SAP based systems and Salesforce are a plus
Ability to travel – estimated 15% to 25% of the time with some weekend travel for food shows, conferences and conventions
Benefits
Annual Bonus Program
Equity
401(k) Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental, Vision & More!
Company
Grocery Outlet
The largest “extreme-value” grocer in the U.S. We have more than 200 locations in CA, ID, NV, OR, PA Washington.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$439M2019-10-01Post Ipo Equity· $439M
2019-06-20IPO
Leadership Team
Jason Potter
Chief Executive Officer
Andrea R Bortner
Chief Human Resources Officer
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