Global Procurement

This role involves the identification and acquisition of both conventional and organic products catering to our Retail Wholesale and Food Service clientele. Reporting to the Global Purchasing Manager this role will collaborate with Purchasing and Sales to drive our import agendas as well as branded programs and grower direct relationships.

Responsibilities

• Use data and product knowledge to secure imported and domestic goods that position Charlies in an advantageous position in the market via costing quality exclusivity and/or other unique product qualities.
• Execute the creation receiving and distribution of purchase orders through all distribution centers and our national sales channels.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize gross profit by coordinating sales gross margin inventory turnover and managing costs related to all commodities.
• Achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) for variance management proper inbound freight maintenance PO accuracy compliance and other assigned KPIs as they present themselves.
• Recommend and direct the development and implementation of merchandise strategies and tactical plans for the category.
• Collaborate with Sales and Purchasing to identify and exploit merchandising opportunities and proposing programs/plans for supervisor approval.
• Manage USDA inspection process when necessary.
• Evaluate and select export partners and growers while negotiating product costs.
• Establish and maintain beneficial vendor relationships.
• Identify new business opportunities aligned with short and longterm business strategies.
• Assist in vendor rebate reconciliation and resolve vendor claims related to consigned or protected products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule and Travel

• Flexibility to arrive early or stay late as needed to address purchasing requirements.
• Must also be available after hours via cell phone for productrelated issues.
• Rotating schedule may include Saturdays and Sundays.
• Some travel required  visit growers and attend produce conventions.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in purchasing perishable produce preferred with emphasis on administrative tasks associated with sourcing of perishable food procurement.
• Demonstrated proficiency in negotiation techniques.
• Indepth knowledge of commodities particularly in vegetable fruit herbs and grocery product lines.
• Background in inventory management including forecasting and planning.
• Exceptional teamwork skills with the ability to thrive in a fastpaced work environment and a willingness to support all team members within the department.
• Strong mathematical and writing abilities including the capability to swiftly calculate cases pallets product costs market values and margins.
• Excellent multitasking skills and the capacity to excel under pressure in daytoday operations.
• Effective prioritization skills deadline management and the ability to achieve team goals with flexibility in workdays and hours.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills for communication with vendors customers and colleagues.
• Computer competency including Microsoft Suite 10 key Power Enterprise and Tableau.
• Able to observe and follow proper safety procedures and willing to report potentially unsafe conditions.

Additional Information :

Supplemental Information

This is a safetysensitive position.

This employer participates in EVerify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employees Form I9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors including but not limited to the individuals qualifications experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime