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Join us in driving customer satisfaction and sales growth by providing exceptional product offerings. Apply now and become a key player in our organization's success. Senior Buyer Are you a highly skilled and experienced buyer with a passion for sourcing and selecting the best products in the market? Are you ready to make a significant impact on customer satisfaction and sales growth at our retail stores? If so, we want you to join us at Restaurant Depot as a Senior Buyer and become an integral part of our organization. Restaurant Depot is a premier nationwide food service distributor operating over 150 warehouses, 3 regional corporate offices, and distribution centers in 38 states in the United States. Responsibilities: + Develop and execute strategic purchasing plans to drive customer count and sales growth + Stay ahead of industry trends and consumer needs to ensure product offerings remain competitive and appealing + Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring excellent pricing, quality, and support + Manage procurement of new and existing products while maintaining optimal inventory levels and turnover rates + Collaborate with corporate and store personnel to ensure timely delivery of products and contract compliance + Monitor and report on sales, budgets, and customer satisfaction metrics + Attend tradeshows and industry events to stay current on market trends and emerging opportunities Qualifications: + Proven experience as a buyer or relevant role in fresh or frozen commodities + Degree in Business Management, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent combination of experience and/or higher education) + Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously + Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating and adherence to purchasing best practices + Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, conditional formatting, pivot tables, macros, and data simulations + Experience with product research, specification development, and industry standard compliance + Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams Compensation and Benefits: + Competitive salary commensurate with experience + Performance-based bonus potential + Comprehensive benefits package + Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + Company Matched 401K + Vacation, Personal & Sick Time Base Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00/per year