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Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer
Posted: 08/08/2025
2025-08-08
2025-12-06
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Industry: Grocery
Job Number: 19484
Pay Rate: 85,000
Job Description
Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer
Our client in Cincinnati, OH, has an immediate opening for a Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer on a direct hire basis.
Company Profile:
Established Grocery Retailer
Team atmosphere and environment
Passion for serving customers
Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer:
The Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer plays a critical role in supporting procurement operations, focusing on inventory management, vendor relations, and strategic purchasing for specialty food product lines.
Meticulously review and monitor inventory levels across specified food categories and vendor portfolios. Develop comprehensive replenishment strategies to ensure optimal stock levels, minimize potential shortages, and support efficient warehouse operations.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with specialty food vendors. Proactively negotiate pricing, promotional terms, product quality standards, and delivery conditions to maximize value and ensure consistent product availability.
Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to senior buyers, including new item setup, price adjustments, and detailed item maintenance. Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement documentation and tracking systems.
Serve as a critical liaison between vendors, warehouses, and internal departments. Promptly address and resolve inventory discrepancies, quality concerns, and supply chain challenges with professionalism and efficiency.
Continuously monitor market trends, emerging food products, and industry developments to support strategic purchasing decisions and identify potential new product opportunities.
Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer Background Profile:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years in sales, procurement, or food industry purchasing
Proficiency in PowerBI and Google Workspace preferred
Experience with order processing and database management systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Flexibility to travel as required
Commitment to company procedures, values, and policies
Ability to represent the organization professionally in all interactions
Ability to work in an office and retail environment
Features and Benefits:
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
Paid Vacation Time
401k Plan
Employee Discount
Our client in Cincinnati, OH, has an immediate opening for a Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer on a direct hire basis.
Company Profile:
Established Grocery Retailer
Team atmosphere and environment
Passion for serving customers
Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer:
The Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer plays a critical role in supporting procurement operations, focusing on inventory management, vendor relations, and strategic purchasing for specialty food product lines.
Meticulously review and monitor inventory levels across specified food categories and vendor portfolios. Develop comprehensive replenishment strategies to ensure optimal stock levels, minimize potential shortages, and support efficient warehouse operations.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with specialty food vendors. Proactively negotiate pricing, promotional terms, product quality standards, and delivery conditions to maximize value and ensure consistent product availability.
Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to senior buyers, including new item setup, price adjustments, and detailed item maintenance. Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement documentation and tracking systems.
Serve as a critical liaison between vendors, warehouses, and internal departments. Promptly address and resolve inventory discrepancies, quality concerns, and supply chain challenges with professionalism and efficiency.
Continuously monitor market trends, emerging food products, and industry developments to support strategic purchasing decisions and identify potential new product opportunities.
Specialty Foods Assistant Buyer Background Profile:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years in sales, procurement, or food industry purchasing
Proficiency in PowerBI and Google Workspace preferred
Experience with order processing and database management systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Flexibility to travel as required
Commitment to company procedures, values, and policies
Ability to represent the organization professionally in all interactions
Ability to work in an office and retail environment
Features and Benefits:
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
Paid Vacation Time
401k Plan
Employee Discount
Job Requirements
Buyer, Category Manager, Business Development Manager
Additional Information
dfwHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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