Albertsons Companies
About the Company
Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well‑known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel‑Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carr’s, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci’s Food Lovers Market.
What you will be doing The Produce Buyer is responsible for the procurement of various commodities assigned to them. The Produce Buyer maintains a high fill rate from distribution centers to store and ensures that the stores receive the highest quality of product at the right price. The buyer works closely with the manager and retail sales team to determine inventory levels to support in‑store promotions and negotiates cost with suppliers to ensure the best cost of product.
Main Responsibilities
Work with multiple suppliers to secure the best possible cost.
Forecast demand and create and manage purchase orders based on forecasted quantities.
Partner with the retail and sales team on promotions and holiday forecasted quantities.
Manage the success of KPI’s for the desk.
Work with quality control on receiving dock issues.
Collaborate with suppliers, store operations, distribution centers, and division personnel to accomplish job functions.
What we are searching for
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Switch gears between tasks and projects.
Manage a desk with a variation of products and categories.
Be responsible for ensuring key KPI’s are achieved.
Qualifications
1-2 years purchasing experience.
1-2 years forecasting experience.
1-2 years inventory management experience.
Ability to negotiate with suppliers.
Communicate strongly using multiple channels of communication.
Knowledge of produce categories is a plus.
Benefits
Competitive wages paid weekly.
Associate discounts.
Health and financial well‑being benefits for eligible associates.
Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
Leaders invested in training, career growth and development.
An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve.
Salary The salary range is $54,600.00 to $78,880.00 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.
Location Denver, CO or Salt Lake City, UT.
Equal Opportunity Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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What you will be doing The Produce Buyer is responsible for the procurement of various commodities assigned to them. The Produce Buyer maintains a high fill rate from distribution centers to store and ensures that the stores receive the highest quality of product at the right price. The buyer works closely with the manager and retail sales team to determine inventory levels to support in‑store promotions and negotiates cost with suppliers to ensure the best cost of product.
Main Responsibilities
Work with multiple suppliers to secure the best possible cost.
Forecast demand and create and manage purchase orders based on forecasted quantities.
Partner with the retail and sales team on promotions and holiday forecasted quantities.
Manage the success of KPI’s for the desk.
Work with quality control on receiving dock issues.
Collaborate with suppliers, store operations, distribution centers, and division personnel to accomplish job functions.
What we are searching for
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Switch gears between tasks and projects.
Manage a desk with a variation of products and categories.
Be responsible for ensuring key KPI’s are achieved.
Qualifications
1-2 years purchasing experience.
1-2 years forecasting experience.
1-2 years inventory management experience.
Ability to negotiate with suppliers.
Communicate strongly using multiple channels of communication.
Knowledge of produce categories is a plus.
Benefits
Competitive wages paid weekly.
Associate discounts.
Health and financial well‑being benefits for eligible associates.
Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
Leaders invested in training, career growth and development.
An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve.
Salary The salary range is $54,600.00 to $78,880.00 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.
Location Denver, CO or Salt Lake City, UT.
Equal Opportunity Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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