DescriptionGet in on the action at Russ Davis Wholesale, the Midwest's premier distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables! We're on the lookout fora highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Buyer.As a Buyer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our procurement process and maintaining necessary inventory levels by following best practices in forecasting, inventory management and proactive decision making with the support of the Director of Procurement.. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, collaborating closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to source and procure the best quality ingredients at the best market cost. Wage based on experience.Employee benefits include:-Health,Vision and Dental Insurance-Paid Time Off-Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)What is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan??An ESOP is like a 401K..but rather than the employee making contributions, it is funded entirely by the company! It's essentially a retirement fund at no cost to you!!Advance your career and earn your slice of this 100% Employee Owned Company!Requirements
- Ability to successfully manage concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skill set.
- Strong negotiating & problem-solving skills.
- Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
- Strong sense of urgency with the ability to prioritize.
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)
- Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates, including travel.
- Ability to pass the pre-employment screening: background check and drug test (THC does not disqualify you).