Retail & Packaging Buyer

Job Summary – Retail & Packaging Buyer:

The Golden Hog is opening an internal opportunity for a full-time Retail & Packaging Buyer to support purchasing operations for assigned categories, including Produce, Packaging, Wine, and Retail.

This position is responsible for supporting vendor communication, sourcing, purchase order processing, inventory follow-up, product availability, pricing accuracy, receiving coordination, and invoice support. The role also helps ensure that products are ordered accurately, received on time, and aligned with company standards for quality, food safety, cost control, and operational needs.

The ideal internal candidate is responsible, organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail food environment. This position requires confidentiality, strong communication skills, follow-through, and the ability to work closely with Operations, Department Managers, vendors, and Accounts Payable.

All internal applicants will be reviewed based on qualifications, experience, business needs, and the company’s internal selection process.

Key Responsibilities – Retail & Packaging Buyer:

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to support Company purchasing needs. 
• Monitor market trends, seasonal availability, quality, and pricing to optimize purchases. 
• Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure timely, accurate, and reliable deliveries. 
• Ensure products meet Company standards for food safety, quality, and sustainability. 
• Maintain accurate system records, including products, vendors, units of measure, and pricing. 
• Collaborate with Department Managers to forecast demand and prepare purchasing requisitions. 
• Manage and update requisition catalogs to support the Managers’ ordering process. 
• Review and approve Manager requisitions based on business needs and procedures. 
• Place vendor Purchase Orders in the TGH system and vendor portals when applicable. 
• Monitor product receiving to ensure business areas are served on time. 
• Process vendor bills promptly to support proper PO, receipt, and invoice matching. 
• Resolve vendor issues, including shortages, substitutions, quality concerns, and credits. 
• Ensure price updates are completed timely and accurately. 
• Monitor inventory levels to reduce waste, support freshness, and maintain availability. 
• Coordinate with logistics, warehouse, and operations teams on deliveries, receiving, and storage. 
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance requirements related to procurement and food safety. 
• Support Accounts Payable to help ensure accurate and timely vendor payments. 
• Follow Company procurement standards, approval procedures, confidentiality expectations, and policies. 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned based on business needs.

Qualifications  – Retail & Packaging Buyer:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in procurement of foodservice, produce, or packaging is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing/inventory systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not mandatory.

Key Competencies – Retail & Packaging Buyer:

• Organization and follow-up. 
• Attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Vendor communication. 
• Inventory awareness. 
• Problem-solving and sense of urgency. 
• Confidentiality and cost-control mindset.

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.