Fresh Buyer II - BD- Remote at United Natural Foods Inc in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Job Description:

Purpose: 

This position is responsible for order placement and inventory management of critical product lines through the proper use of purchasing software and other analytical tools. Other focus areas include managing in-stock positions for all assigned suppliers to maximize service level and profitability while minimizing shrink and aged inventory. Fresh buyers collaborate with Merchandisers, Sales, Vendors, and Operations to better service the customer. This is a remote position, and our day-to-day working environment is based on trust and encourages cross-functional team communication.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain targeted outcome KPIs by identifying and resolving service-level and inventory- related issues through analytical tools


• Review and analyze daily order placement for critical suppliers through our buying software


• Utilize knowledge of sales history, market conditions, and seasonal trends to assist in


• accurate forecasting


• Utilize reports to ensure item and vendor maintenance is accurate in the buying software


• Maximize inventory profitability by analyzing:
  
  
  
  • Forecast Accuracy
  
  
  • Overstock inventory
  
  
  • Aging Inventory
  
  
  • Forward buy opportunities
  
  
  • Potential Shrink
  
  
  
  


• Address and resolve any shipping or receiving-related problems.


• Communicate any inventory-related issues to all affected parties.


• Train and mentor newer team members


• Meets deadlines and completes special projects as assigned


• Performs other relevant job duties as required.

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications/or Equivalent combination of education training and experience:

• A high school diploma or GED required


• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

Experience:

• Three (3) or more years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified


• Knowledge of basic buying/purchasing principles        


• Experience with Distribution Industry preferred


• Experience in Food Industry preferred

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that aid in working within diverse environments.


• Ability to analyze and solve problems.


• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.


• Strong organizational and planning skills.


• Ability to prioritize heavy workloads and deadlines.


• Ability to recognize Seasonal trends.


• Ability to make decisions under pressure.


• Ability to investigate and resolve customer complaints and concerns.


• Flexible, resilient, and comfortable working in grey areas that are constantly changing.


• Strong collaboration skills to partner with a cross-functional team.


• Be able to work in a remote environment.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Excel & Word skills.


• Ability to provide training.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

• Some travel may be required


• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment


• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.


• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment in the course of normal workday


• Stooping, bending, twisting and reaching may be required in completion of job duties

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.