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Buyer (Poultry Plant)

Koch Foods, Inc.
Posted a month ago, valid for 9 days
Location

Montgomery, AL, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves assisting the Complex Purchasing Manager with daily operations and managing product selection and purchasing.
  • Candidates must have at least 2 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the poultry or meat category, with a high school diploma required and a bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Responsibilities include negotiating contracts with vendors, maintaining inventory levels, and analyzing market trends to ensure profitability.
  • The role requires excellent communication skills and proficiency in technology and analytical tasks to secure favorable pricing and terms.
  • Salary details were not specified in the job description.
  • Report to Complex Purchasing Manager, assisting with daily operations.
  • Selects, purchases and manages products and materials.
  • Responsible for negotiating contracts with vendors and  maintaining optimal inventory levels.
  • Research market trends to identify new products and analyze sales data to ensure profitability.
  • Develop vendor relationships, negotiating ricing, contract terms and delivery scheudles.
  • Place orders for goods and services, track shipmets and resolve shipping and billing issues.
  • Monitor stock levels, analyze trends and forecast demand to avoid shortages or overstocking.
  • analyze competitors, attend trade shows and evaluate products to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Manage budges, review costs and ensure maximum return on investment.
  • All other relevant duties as required.
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required, with Bachelor degree preferred. Education may be considered in place of relevant work experience.
  • 2+ year(s) purchasing experience required, with poultry or meat category market experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient technology, computer, mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Strong ability to secure the best prices and favorable terms.
  • Proficient in analyzing sales reports and market trends.



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