Job Description
Founded in 1885, Nash Finch Company is one of the leading food distribution companies in the United States, with over $4.5 billion in fiscal 2007 sales. Our core business, food distribution, serves independent retailers and military commissaries in 31 states, the District of Columbia, Europe, Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Azores, and Egypt. Headquartered in Edina, MN, Nash Finch’s mission is to provide solutions as diverse as the customers we serve. These functions take place in a purpose-driven, team-centered culture that respects individuality, demands integrity, encourages innovation and celebrates success.
Responsible for the procurement and buying activities of meat products. Selects reliable sources of supply, Places or supervises the placement of orders, and arranges for the routing of shipments. Reviews and recommends new products, quality, grades and the number of items carried. Responsible for size product inventory and rate of turnover. Assists in the training of less experienced meat buyers.
Duties: (not inclusive)
•Assists in the coordination of the procurement of meat and deli products.
•Reviews meat storage areas to ensure proper rotation and the required code dates.
•Maintains proper inventory control, service level, and profits for the department.
•Responsible for keeping all costs current with the market and on-going updates.
•Maintains a weekly markdown sheet.
•Communicates any new item information, shortages, and special buys with department personnel.
•Acts as a facilitator for Deli Operations. Works closely with Deli Merchandisers/Counselors.
•Assists in approving vendor payments.
•Evaluates new items, service level, and inventory levels with respective vendors.
•Visits retail accounts regularly.
•Responsible for calling on assigned accounts for daily meat orders.
•Reviews with Minneapolis various fresh meat needs.
•Responsible for handling any rebates or billback money from vendors.
•Manages department operations in absence of the Head Meat Buyer.
Requirements:
•Five years minimum wholesale meat experience - procurement.
•Possess excellent communication and leadership skills.
•Be Performance Driven - drive to discover, develop, and execute new programs to create sales and profits for the future growth of our company.
•Computer skills - intermediate skills on Excel, Beginner level on Word, and Lotus notes.
We offer competitive pay, promotional opportunities and great benefits, including health care, dental, vision, 401k and more.
Nash Finch Company is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Please email your resume in MS Word, RTF, HTML, or ASCII text format to 28286-CS-1085@nashfinch.hrmdirect.com. If you wish to enclose a cover letter, please include it in the body of your email message.
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