Replenishment Buyer - Reser's Fine Foods

General Summary: Under moderate supervision, examines, selects, and purchases products consistent with company specification.

Benefits and Culture 

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever-changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

1. Examines, selects and purchases products consistent with company specifications.

2. Negotiates prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for products. 

3. Analyzes and monitors sales records and trends to anticipate consumer buying patterns. 

4. Interviews and works closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products. 

5. Inspects merchandise or products to determine value or yield. 

6. Sets or recommends mark-up rates, mark-down rates, and selling prices for merchandise. 

7. Confers with sales and purchasing personnel to obtain information about customer needs and preferences. 

8. Conducts staff meetings with sales personnel to introduce new merchandise.

Job Specifications

1. 2+ years purchasing experience is required.

2. High School Degree or equivalent is required.  

3. Basic PC skills are required.

4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Working Conditions

1. Office environment.

2. Travel up to 10% of the time.

Compensation

$67,000.00 to $70,883.00 salary/exempt

This position is eligible for a bonus based on company goals/performance.

Recipe for Success

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser’s operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves.