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Form of workLocation(s)Heritage Grocers Group, LLC-7000
Address2501 E Guasti Road, Ontario, California 91761
Job Description
Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Replenishment Buyer is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines. This role will work closely with the Category Managers, Supply Chain team and other support staff to achieve the goals of the Distribution Center and the company. This person will provide supply chain & inventory management for assigned vendors/items and is accountable for the corresponding financial metrics. The Replenishment Buyer will procure product in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company.
The Replenishment Buyer must be able to answer questions from store team members and managers in a precise and timely manner. They will need to build strong business relationships with our distributors and vendors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Company
Address2501 E Guasti Road, Ontario, California 91761
Job Description
At Heritage Grocers Group how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another.
Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Replenishment Buyer is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines. This role will work closely with the Category Managers, Supply Chain team and other support staff to achieve the goals of the Distribution Center and the company. This person will provide supply chain & inventory management for assigned vendors/items and is accountable for the corresponding financial metrics. The Replenishment Buyer will procure product in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company.
The Replenishment Buyer must be able to answer questions from store team members and managers in a precise and timely manner. They will need to build strong business relationships with our distributors and vendors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Place and manage accurate Purchase Orders for assigned vendors and items.
- Manage inventory turns, service levels, order cycles, deal implantation and general good supply chain practices for assigned vendors/items.
- Monitor aging inventory and collaborate with department team for solutions to sell through it profitably.
- Negotiate with vendors for cost of goods, promotional dollars, rebates, delivery terms and payment terms in accordance with corporate guidelines.
- Responsible for inter-departmental communication related to purchasing and inventory activities.
- Maintain awareness in market trends, analyze SKU performance, and assist Category Managers in understanding market dynamics.
- Complete necessary paperwork and reporting for new and existing vendors/suppliers and items.
- Analyze external and internal data, interpret and make decisions and recommendations to management based off this data. Produce required reports as assigned related to procurement activities.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain management or related/equivalent work experience is preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of procurement experience strongly preferred.
- Understanding of procurement, logistics and inventory management practices.
- Retail operations/warehouse experience preferred or strong understanding of store operations and warehouse methodologies and practices.
- Understanding of consumer buying habits and needs.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in taking initiative and making appropriate decisions.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
- Self-motivator with the ability to deliver satisfactory work under limited supervision.
- Ability to integrate with local management, be part of a team, and drive business results.
- Ability to be persuasive and relentless in reinforcing the best interests of the company.
- Effective communicator, particularly when it comes to discussing Human Resources/Compliance matters with management or regular employees.
- Must have a great deal of integrity.
- Ability to work well under pressure and multitask.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work conditions below represent those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:
The physical demands and work conditions below represent those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and use the hands to handle objects, tools or controls.
- Successful performance requires vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- The work environment is that typical of an office and retail store. The noise level ranges from quiet to loud.
- Ability to drive and flexible to travel to all company locations as required. Be able to walk and/or navigate throughout the stores and at times visit competition.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE
The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.
The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.
Disclaimer:
Pay Scale $66,000.00 to $80,000.00.
The pay scale above is the salary or hourly wage range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position.
Within this range, individual pay is determined by location and other factors including, but not limited to, specific skills, relevant work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with California Labor Code § 432.3 and state and local minimum wage standards.
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