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#8033 Purchasing Manager
San Juan Bautista, CA
 

True Leaf Farms, an exciting and rapidly growing fresh-cut vegetable company is looking for an Purchasing Manager for its operations in San Juan Bautista and Yuma.  Operations include processing spring mix, spinach, arugula, green leaf, romaine, fresh-cut lettuce, and other value-added vegetables.  Essential Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:  Negotiating and purchasing activity for all packaging supplies; Demand planning.  The ideal candidate has a substantial background in materials purchasing, preferably in the agricultural industry, good negotiating skills and good people skills for building good relationships with customers and vendors.  This candidate should be able to exercise independent judgment and facilitate efficient, cost saving operations.  more

#8027 Commodity Assistant – Level 1
San Juan Bautista, CA

 
Earthbound Farm: Come Grow With Us!  Founded in 1984 on a 2-1/2 acre backyard garden in California’s Carmel Valley, Earthbound Farm is now the nation’s largest grower and shipper of organic produce and our products can be found in 75% of the nation’s grocery stores.  We are currently seeking a Commodity Assistant – Level 1 to join our team.  Compile and distribute internal price sheets prior to the daily morning meeting.  Notify Sales Department that daily pro-rates are complete and ready for review.  Maintain all Product Management Group filing as needed.  Develop and maintain various Product Management Group reports. Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field, Ag-Business is preferred.  Previous produce experience desirable including sales, purchasing and freight logistics.  more

#8025 Produce Buyer
Vernon, CA
 

For 25 years, Albert's has been the leader in the distribution of Organic Produce and other fine Perishable Products and has developed extensive vendor and industry relationships while continually striving for excellence in product quality, temperature control logistics, delivery speed and above all, customer service.  We are looking for an experienced Produce Buyer for our Vernon, CA facility.  This dynamic individual will be responsible for inventory replenishment of produce for designated distribution center(s).  BA/BS degree or equivalent training and experience required along with 3+ years experience in replenishment buying and inventory control management of produce.  Knowledge or experience of organics preferred.  Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  more

#8002 Produce & Merchandise Buyer
Elba, AL
 

Kelley Foods of Alabama, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Produce & Merchandise Buyer.  Kelley Foods is a privately owned food service distributor located in Elba, Alabama since 1957.  Kelley Foods manufactures and distributes the finest quality food and food-related products, provided by an experienced support staff with a strong emphasis on customer service.  The Produce & Merchandise Buyer is responsible for managing the overall operations of the Produce program and increasing the category sales and profits.  Candidates should possess a strong record of success in developing and refining produce programs.  Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 3-5 years produce purchasing experience.  Kelley Foods offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package.  more

#7995 Category Manager - Produce
Milwaukee, WI
 

Roundy's Supermarkets, Inc., one of the nation's premiere food retail companies, is looking for a Produce Category Manager to be located at its home office in downtown Milwaukee.  Roundy's today is a company of 22,000 employees, exceeding $4 billion in annual sales, and undergoing tremendous growth.  Company-owned and operated supermarkets include Pick ‘n Save stores and Copps Food Centers in Wisconsin and Rainbow Foods in Minnesota.  The Category Manager is responsible for defining a 1-5 year Category Vision as it relates to Consumer Needs, Shopping Preferences and Trends.  Provide greater value to the consumer that competitors can.  (as measured by Neilson market share reports).  Develop the “go to market” strategy for each category of responsibility.  Position involves 50-60% purchasing.  more

#7992 Produce Buyer
West Palm Beach, FL

Topco Associates LLC is a multi-billion dollar procurement and brand management organization based in Skokie, IL with Produce procurement offices located in Visalia, CA, West Palm Beach, FL, and Yakima, WA.  Our continued success translates into great career potential for dedicated, service-oriented individuals.  Topco currently has an opening for a purchasing position in its West Palm Beach, Florida buying office.  The position’s responsibilities include; managing the sales and profitability of an assigned group of products, negotiating costs and promotions with vendors, and possessing a complete understanding of market conditions.  A minimum of 3-5 years purchasing experience is required, in the Produce industry, along with solid knowledge of PC applications and Microsoft Office.  more

BB#7990 Purchasing Manager
Northern California
 

Northern California company looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager.  This position will include: working with buyers at different levels to manage the inventory for a select region; maintain quality of product, inventory and cost control measures for the region; and work with vendors in the areas of accountability and management of supplies.  Food service with an emphasis in perishables experience is highly desired.  Salary based on experience.  more

Works with vendors to negotiate prices, delivery terms, and any available promotional allowances.  Ensures timely shipments, coordinating with warehouse inventory control and shipping.  Selects vendors based on quality, pricing and availability.  Builds partnerships between sales representatives, brokers, vendors, and retailers in the purchasing and sale of Produce Division products.  Works closely with vendors to identify sales opportunities, negotiate prices and delivery terms, and market products directly to retailers or through sales representatives.  Monitors inventory levels, reorders at optimum time and price, develops promotional programs, and works closely with sales representatives to maximize sales.  Keeps Produce Division management and sales representatives informed of market conditions.  more

#7975 Logistics and Purchasing Specialist
Santa Cruz, CA
 

Albert’s Organics, the largest U.S. distributor of organic perishable products and a subsidiary of United Natural Foods, is seeking a Logistics and Purchasing Specialist in our Santa Cruz, CA office.  This exciting hybrid position will be involved with the logistics, transportation, and purchasing departments.  Essential duties include but are not limited to:  reviewing orders from the six regional DCs and work with them to ensure full truckloads; working with transportation managers to develop the most cost- and time-effective routing for trucks and assisting with the dispatching of trucks and communicating with coolers.  The specialist will also assist buyers with booking orders and interact with growers/shippers and DC personnel to ensure high order fulfillment.  more

#7974 Produce Buyer
Phoenix, AZ
 

Sunflower Farmers Market is currently seeking a Produce Buyer for our Phoenix Distribution Center.  This position is responsible for procuring quality produce in a consistent, dependable and efficient manner for the supply of multiple store locations.  Buyers’ qualifications must include inventory management and control, ability to manage inbound/outbound logistics of multi-state store locations, and ability to establish and maintain strong vendor relations.  Successful candidates will have a minimum of 3+ years experience in a buying role, preferably with a health food retail chain or grocer.  Must have personal integrity and dependability with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook are necessary as well as a familiarity with inventory control software.  more

#7955 FOB Buyer
Savage, MD
 

Coastal Sunbelt Produce, the Mid-Atlantic area’s largest produce company has an opening for an experienced FOB California Buyer to join our Savage, MD operation.  Coastal Sunbelt is the East Coast’s fastest growing produce Company.  The ideal candidate will be able to load 5-10 mixers per day.  We are looking for an individual strongly committed to quality and service.  The successful candidate must be detail oriented, able to accurately maintain stock level, price, quality and will have experience in the California Vegetable & Berry commodities (desirable).  We offer a casual workplace, state of the art facility, fleet of 150 trucks (newest trucks in the marketplace), great benefit package and opportunity to grow with one of the industry leaders.  more

BSS#7814 Director of Produce Sourcing
West Coast

A market leading producer of innovative, high quality pre-cut vegetables products is currently seeking a Director of Produce Sourcing.  Our sales have grown tremendously over the past several years, and we are continuing that trend for the future.  Overall responsibility for raw material procurement.  Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to meet forecasted sales demands.  Responsible for developing and implementing annual operating budget.  Make recommendations for capital expenditures.  Develop and manage long-term relationships with existing and new grower base.  Responsible for creation and execution of all sourcing contracts.  Manage transitions from various sourcing regions.  more

#7927 Organic Buyer
Sarasota, FL
 

Global Organic Specialty Source, Inc., the premiere southeastern distributor of organic produce is currently seeking a Organic Buyer.  Are you a seasoned buyer of diverse produce looking to make your living in sunny Florida?  Do you have experience or a personal passion for organics?  If so, consider applying to join a department dedicated to quality and supporting small farms with Global Organic.  Job responsibilities include:  Working closely with team to plan purchasing; Work with the general warehouse and Production (overwrap) department for planning; Develop relationship with existing growers and expand relationships with others.  Must have experience working with large retail stores as well as small customers who rely on quality.  Must have strong leadership skills.  more