Job Description

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE FULLY COMPLETE OUR ONLINE APPLICATION AT WWW.URMSTORES.COM

POSTING CLOSES EOB 1/4/21

BUYER

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing. For the last 99 years, URM has been committed to bringing customer focus to our Member stores. Employees at URM are proud to be a part of the number one food distributor in the Inland Northwest. By meeting the needs of our customers and the needs of our member-owners, we create our future success. As part of that, our top goal is simple: to build a long and mutually beneficial relationship with our customers. If that’s the version of customer service that you’ve been craving to be a part of, then you could be a great fit for our team! 

We are looking for an experienced professional who is passionate about the growth and success of our Company. The ideal candidate for our Buyer position, must have buying experience in a retail and/or grocery environment. This position reviews categories and ensures adequate inventory is maintained within our distribution center.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY:

• Review categories at least once a year and make recommendations.

• Work to ensure company inventory, turns, SKU count, service level, allowance income and margin goals are met on assigned areas of responsibility.

• Ensure accuracy of pricing.

• Set up new items in a timely matter.

• Implement and monitor all types of manufacturer allowances and in house accruals as necessary.

• Ensure adequate inventory is maintained to cover ad and promotional programs for all customers.

• Assist department manager as needed on projects, research and analysis.

• Field inquiries from customers, vendors, brokers and URM personnel in a timely team work environment.

• Call on/audit/visit customers and competitors as needed.

• Continually work to improve the image of the procurement department to all customers, vendors and brokers and within URM.

• Assist in Seasonal Shows.

• Attend Trade Shows as needed.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• Must have the ability to work well under pressure.

• Qualified candidates will possess managerial experience.

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational / time management skills.

• Proven analytical ability, problem solving skills and data driven decision making capability.

• Must be detail oriented, work well under pressure and can work well with a variety of people and departments.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of three years’ buying experience in a retail and/or wholesale grocery environment.

• Wholesale and/or Retail Grocery Management experience a plus.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? As a long-established company, URM offers a competitive compensation package including significantly subsidized health care benefits for eligible employees and their families. These benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drugs, Life Insurance, Dependent Life, Short-term disability insurance, Cancer Insurance, and Long-term Disability insurance. We offer a 401K Retirement Plan with a match, an employee product discount, paid vacations, paid float days, paid sick days, and six paid holidays! 

URM Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, Service in the Uniformed Services or any other classification protected by state or federal law. We are also committed to providing a work environment that is free of all forms of discrimination, regarding recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, compensation and all other conditions of employment. The selected candidate must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug test, as URM is a drug free workplace (including marijuana)

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE FULLY COMPLETE OUR ONLINE APPLICATION AT WWW.URMSTORES.COM

POSTING CLOSES EOB 1/4/21

Company Description

Why Join Our Team? URM offers a competitive compensation package including health care benefits for eligible employees and their families. These benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drugs, Life Insurance, Short-term disability insurance, Cancer Insurance, and Long-term Disability insurance. We offer a 401K Plan with a match, an employee discount, paid vacations, paid float days, holiday pay, and paid sick days. URM Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, Service in the Uniformed Services or any other classification protected by state or federal law. We are also committed to providing a work environment that is free of all forms of discrimination, regarding recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, compensation and all other conditions of employment.