We are eager to add a resourceful Frozen Buyer to join our energetic team at The Common Market in Frederick, MD.
Growing your career as a Full-Time Frozen Buyer is a great opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in emotional intelligence, adaptability and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Frozen Buyer at The Common Market today!
Description:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Orders Frozen goods and maintains appropriate stock.
- Follows outlined procedures, including proper rotation and overstocking practices.
- Handles all product in a safe and organized manner.
- Confirms product dates and pulls all expired product daily; rotates and stocks throughout shift.
- Scans and properly disposes of all shrink for the Frozen department.
- Maintains accurate and consistent records of items bought, costs, deliveries, product performance, daily shrink totals, and inventories.
- Completes a thorough date check on bread items each morning and attaches coupons accordingly to reduce shrink.
- Ensures department is faced and orderly by 9 AM.
- Assists in ensuring appropriate signage is present throughout Frozen.
- Stocking frozen product on the sales floor daily.
- Meets or exceeds efficiency standards set by management.
- Helps to develop and execute remerchandising plans that aim to drive sales and increase labor efficiency.
- Utilizes internal movement reports to ensure offerings meet customer needs.
- Follows external market trends to anticipate customer needs.
- Evaluates vendors and negotiates based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
- Evaluates and monitors contracts to ensure vendors comply with the agreed terms.
- Communicates with staff and vendors regarding miss-picks or defective product; secures credits.
- Maintains a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
- Supports co-op core values and aligns with the Co-op Code of Conduct.
- Builds and maintains customer satisfaction with the products and services offered by the co-op.
- Others duties as assigned.
Requirements:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
- A minimum of one (1) year’s experience in a retail environment.
- A minimum of one (1) year’s experience and familiarity with natural foods.
- Supports the co-op’s core values and aligns with the Co-op Code of Conduct.
- Adapts readily based on evolving co-op needs or in response to feedback.
- Maintains composure in highly stressful or adverse situations.
- Computer proficiency and familiarity with MS Office Suite.
- POS and receiving systems experience strongly preferred. Catapult experience a strong plus.
ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Flexibility to work any shift, including mornings, middays, evenings, weekends.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures (approximately 20°F – 90°F).
- Ability to stand or sit for long periods at a time.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, kneel, twist, and climb.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
- Reliable access to transportation.
Benefits of working as a Frozen Buyer in Frederick, MD:
● Excellent benefits
● Rapid Progression
● Leading Industry Pay