Buyer

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.Job DescriptionWe Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Job Summary:The Buyer is responsible for sourcing high-quality products for foodservice distribution by identifying and selecting suppliers, negotiating price and quantity terms, and establishing long-term contracts. This role ensures adequate supply at competitive prices while maintaining service levels and in-stock availability. Additionally, the Buyer assists with special order requests, resolves supplier issues, and supports the overall success of the company as a collaborative team member.Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier Selection and Relationship Management:
  • Identify and select vendors based on their ability to provide a continuous supply of quality products, overall service levels, responsiveness to market demands, product innovation, and value.
  • Maintain strong relationships with vendors by addressing issues related to invoicing, product quality, and delivery, ensuring long-term partnerships.
• Product Sourcing and Negotiation:
  • Choose products based on regional market relevance, performance, alternative supply options, and vendor reputation.
  • • Negotiate pricing and order quantities considering customer demand, economic order points, volume discounts, efficient warehousing, promotions, and market conditions.
    • Establish long-term contracts to secure a reliable supply chain.
  • Operational Support:
    • Address emergency supply needs by sourcing and expediting product delivery.
    • Provide pricing and product information to the sales team, offering recommendations for pricing structures based on volume and margin considerations.
  • Other Responsibilities:
    • Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned to contribute to the company's objectives.

Required Qualifications• \tHigh school diploma or GED equivalent.• \tPrevious purchasing experience.• \tProven ability to maintain and develop vendor relationships.Preferred Qualifications• \tStrong understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and supply chain management.• \tBachelor's degree in business management, marketing, or a related field.• \tDemonstrated experience in supplier negotiation and product sourcing in a foodservice or distribution environment.EEO StatementPerformance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.