50700B - Buyer

Buyer Summary: Manage inventory of BakeMark USA Manufactured, commodities and general resale merchandise at assigned BakeMark location(s). Responsibilities: Maintain proper inventory by placing orders and transfers in a timely fashion Expedite product and proactively respond to new volumes Analyze market trends in demand based on seasonality and/or historical data Buy product by the forecasted needs and consider total costs including freight Professional and immediate response to internal departments and external vendors Meet company expectations for inventory turns and fill rate Accurately follow vendor procedures for purchase order placement Process returns to vendors Complete special projects as assigned by management Work closely with vendors to get results Knowledge of warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures Support and communicate with Sales team Other duties as assigned by management Qualifications: Experience in the food distribution industry is preferred Administrative experience 1 year preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.