Produce Buyer

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Orders Produce goods and maintains appropriate stock. 
• Follows outlined procedures, including proper rotation and overstocking practices.
• Handles all products in a safe and organized manner.
• Confirms product dates and pulls all expired and cull product daily; rotates and stocks throughout shift. 
• Scans and properly disposes of all shrink.
• Maintains accurate and consistent records of items bought, costs, deliveries, product performance, daily shrink totals, and inventories.
• Coordinates with the Fresh Category Manager to ensure accurate costs and prices in system.
• Assists in ensuring appropriate signage is present throughout department.
• Utilizes resources to price products according to established margins.
• Utilizes internal movement reports to ensure offerings meet customer needs.
• Submits invoices accurately same day received.
• Researches competition and conducts monthly price comparisons at nearby competitors’ stores.
• 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.
• Assists in maintaining neatness and cleanliness throughout Produce.
• 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.
• Provides prompt, knowledgeable service and assists in finding items or identifying prices.
• Builds and maintains customer satisfaction with the products and services offered by the co-op.
• Others duties as assigned.

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.