Job Summary
Now Hiring: Grocery Buyer
Location:Greater Cincinnati, OH area
Employment Type:Direct Hire | Full-Time
About the Company:
Join a fast-growing grocery retail organization recognized for its consistent quality, trusted reputation, and commitment to community values. This company offers a supportive team environment where innovation, collaboration, and performance excellence are encouraged at every level.
Position Overview:
We?re seeking an experiencedGrocery Buyerto take ownership of strategic sourcing for core grocery categories. This key role focuses on vendor management, category execution, and market-driven buying decisions to enhance profitability and product assortment across multiple retail locations.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage purchasing, replenishment, and product selection across several national grocery brand categories.
Develop data-informed buying strategies that meet sales targets, strengthen margins, and maintain consumer-focused assortments.
Negotiate vendor contracts including pricing, freight, payment terms, and promotional programs to maximize profitability.
Collaborate with marketing, merchandising, and store operations teams to support new product rollouts, seasonal events, and planogram optimization.
Monitor sales performance, inventory turnover, and supplier performance metrics to inform category strategies.
Analyze consumer insights, competitor activity, and industry trends to identify new opportunities and discontinue underperforming SKUs.
Ensure compliance with company standards, supply chain protocols, and vendor policies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor?s degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline (preferred).
5+ years of experience in grocery procurement, category management, or wholesale buying for national brand products.
Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and vendor relationship skills with measurable success in cost management.
Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerBI, and other category or inventory management tools.
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management abilities.
Comfortable in a high-volume, deadline-driven retail environment.
Willingness to travel to vendor meetings and industry trade shows as needed.
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid vacation, holidays, and employee discount programs.
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
If you?re a results-driven buyer who excels in vendor strategy and wants to make an impact in a growing retail organization, apply today to explore this exciting opportunity.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online using the link below.
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