Position Overview

Keep our communities fed.

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As a Buyer you are responsible for purchasing assigned commodities from multiple vendors for the company to sell to its retail customers. This role must maintain service levels agreements, adhere to budgeted inventory levels, engage with customers on service levels, and partner with vendors to successfully manage all aspects of product flow.

Job Description

• Full Time, On-Site Role

• Location: 2215 Union Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081

You will contribute by:

• Place purchase orders from vendors into the buying system based on historical data, customer input & predicted demand.

• Create & pull reports from system to manage and track inventory levels and expiration dates of product in C&S warehouses

• Negotiate with vendors and customers to maximize product flow and coordinate action against close coded, expired and other unproductive inventory.

• Utilize system tools to analyze and react to purchasing trends. Collaborate with other team members to achieve established goals and accomplish budgeted inventory levels

• Mentor Buyer Assistants by organizing priorities, acting as a centralized vendor point of contact, creating inventory projects/initiatives, managing customer specific processes, etc.

• Interact with customers on a regular basis to communicate successes and resolve issues

• Partner with the merchandising group on pricing new items, maintenance, and achievement of gross profit goals.

• Assist with seasonal volume, storm recovery, service level recovery, absences, vacation coverage, and/or additional training.

We’re searching for candidates with:

• Strong industry knowledge

• Expertise in one or more commodity expertise preferred

• Ability to build relationships

• Strong statistical acumen

• Strong interpretation and analytical skills

• Professional verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in purchasing, 2 years preferred

• Prior retail/grocer experience preferred

Environment:

• Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

We offer:

• Weekly Pay

• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more)

• Company matched 401k

• PTO and Holiday Pay offered

• Career Progression Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Health & Wellness program

• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs

• Employee Assistance Program

Every person matters.

We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.

C&S and their Family of Companies are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

The Fine Print

This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.

Hiring immediately, to apply text “CS” to 32543 OR visit careers.cswg.com

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

About Our Company

Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly ® continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers’ needs.

Company: Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

Job Area: Buying

Job Family: Procurement

Job Type: Regular

Job Code: JC0117

ReqID: R-256169