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This job expired on May 18, 2019

Grocery Department Buyer Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op +1 more

  • Date Posted March 19, 2019
  • Location Middlebury, VT
  • Category Business / Culinary
  • Job type Full-Time
Company description For over 40 years we have been committed to our values of sustainable business practices, growing the local foods movement and supporting our community.  Our ideal candidate will also be committed to these goals and help us achieve them. Last year we contributed over $50,000 in donations to our local food shelves, non-profits, and discounts to low-income shoppers. We also reached a record 32% of sales from local Vermont products.

We are thrilled to contribute to our vibrant local economy. As our sales continue to grow, we are expanding our store.
  
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http://www.outsideonline.com/2006426/americas-best-towns-2015 Job description

Our Grocery Department is seeking an experienced buyer to take the lead on purchasing and negotiating for our largest department. This large department includes dry goods, refrigerated and frozen products, meat, beer and wine and other household items. Our ideal candidate has successful experience with category management, and is proficient in Excel and analyzing data. Knowledge of natural foods, Co-ops, and retail grocery desired. 


We are seeking staff who enjoy fast-paced and detail-oriented work. If you enjoy working with data, are self motivated to learn and grow, then perhaps this fabulous opportunity is just right for you. We are seeking a full time Grocery Buyer interested in learning something new every day to support the needs of our growing Co-op.

Our ideal candidate

  • must have successful experience purchasing, negotiating and determining margin
  • is passionate about providing excellent customer service
  • enjoys fast paced work environment
  • has retail and/or natural food work experience
  • is knowledgeable of natural foods and co-ops with a desire to learn more

 

Compensation this position is : hourly Application instructions
This job expired on May 18, 2019
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