Buyer, Produce

Welcome to Gordon Food Service We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Position Summary:
We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry.

There's a seat at our table for you...

What We Offer:
- Hybrid schedule-
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EAP Benefits after 30 days of employment-
- FULL flex benefits program-
- Company matching RRSP-
- Profit Sharing-
- 125-year, family-owned and operated company history-
- Family culture and advancement opportunitiesWhat you would do:
- Execute Produce sourcing and fulfillment plans that enable category growth-
- Managing higher risk inventory, ensuring market relevance in portfolio and competitiveness utilizing the proper mix of sourcing solutions-
- Act as the primary supplier contact for inventory and supplier-related business needs-
- Monitor KPIs related to Produce case growth, service level and product loss.-
- Communicate directly with the sales team to help promote sales knowledge and growth within the category-
- Develop and maintain relationships with regional suppliers and suppliers key to the division-
- Provide support to the sales and merchandising teams with product sourcing and opportunity buysDoes this sound like you?- 5+ years of previous experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.-
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Related - an asset-
- Extensive Produce procurement experience and product knowledge-
- Well-developed communication skills both written and verbal-
- Be recognized by the attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously-
- Have knowledge of principles and methods for moving goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits-
- Like to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment-
- Knowledge of Workday & Kronos experience (an asset)#GFSCA

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.