Replenishment Buyer - Grocery (Dry Goods) - South End Store

Description

Starting Wage: $21.30/hour

Department: Grocery

Reports To: Grocery Manager

Location: All City Market Locations

Union Position UE Local 203: Non-exempt, Grade 7

Summary

The Replenishment Buyer - Grocery (Dry Goods) orders product for the Dry Goods subdepartment, supporting the Co-op’s objectives for sales and margin by assuring acceptable inventory levels, while meeting consumer demand and minimizing shrink. This role is routinely entrusted with Co-op-wide confidential information necessary to perform its essential duties, including sales and margin targets, financial projections, and strategic plans related to revenue. A high level of discretion and confidentiality is required.

This is an amazing opportunity for anyone seeking to grow in the retail and food industry, in a work culture built on cherishing our customers, vendors, co-workers and community.

Do you have an interest in local food systems and providing a wide variety of local, organic, and conventional products at a fair price to the community? Want to work for a community-owned business and help shape the future of City Market Co-Op? If you are interested in working for a community-owned business and playing an active role in our vibrant local food system, then we would love to hear from you! 

Day-to-Day Duties

• Support and participate in stocking activities in the Grocery department.
• Support the purchasing activities by filling in for buying in all sub-departments.
• Monitor sales and margin metrics and help manage inventory levels. 
• Assist the department and helping to keep the equipment in working order, including cleaning, organizing shelves, producing displays, rotating stock, and labeling items.
• Assist other stockers, customers and staff as needed and offer the highest level of customer service.
• Compliance with established City Market procedures regarding operations, sales, & safety.
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• 2 years of buying, receiving, or grocery retail experience OR 3 years of retail experience required.
• High School diploma or GED and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Experience with POS or inventory management software preferred. 
• Knowledge of natural and conventional foods and the food industry helpful.

Benefits

Store discounts; free fitness classes, award-winning Wellness Program; Employee Assistance Plan; paid volunteer time; affordable & comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurances; paid time off; 401k with 6% match; spending accounts & more!