Dried Goods Food Buyer Job at Blue Signal Search, Queens, NY

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  • Blue Signal Search
  • Queens, NY

Job Description

Join a pioneering food distribution company that's revolutionizing bulk ingredient sourcing for independent eateries, leveraging your expertise in category management. Our client is expanding its center-store program and needs a skilled Dried Goods Food Buyer who can secure the right products at the right price while keeping shelves (and kitchens) stocked. If you thrive on fast decisions, high-volume negotiations, and collaborative problem-solving, this growth track role is for you.

What You’ll Own

  • Forecast weekly and seasonal demand for packaged grains, pasta, condiments, and other shelf-stable SKUs, then translate that data into timely purchase orders.
  • Negotiate cost, lead time, and service terms with regional and national vendors; leverage volume rebates and promotional allowances to improve margin.
  • Monitor inbound loads daily, partnering with warehouse operations to anticipate constraints and keep inventory turns on target.
  • Audit landed-cost reports to confirm pricing accuracy; reconcile variances with Accounts Payable and issue credits when needed.
  • Analyze post-promotion performance, recommending future ad quantities and exit strategies for slow movers.
  • Troubleshoot store-level allocation issues, resolving order discrepancies and billing questions quickly to maintain service level.
  • Maintain clean item and vendor files in the buying system; enable secure remote access when working off-site.

The Expertise We’re Seeking

  • 2+ years of food, C-store, or grocery purchasing experience (center-store categories strongly preferred).
  • Proven record of balancing cost, quality, and service in a high-SKU environment.
  • Working knowledge of inventory KPIs such as turns, fill rate, and distressed shrink.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP or WMS platforms; experience with remote‐work tools a plus.
  • Clear, persuasive communication style with vendors and cross-functional teams.
  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Hybrid flexibility – collaborate on site in Queens three days a week and work remotely the rest.
  • Impact – own a critical spend category that feeds thousands of restaurants across the Northeast.
  • Upward mobility – successful buyers can advance to Category Manager, Corporate Sourcing, or Supply Chain Analytics.
  • Comprehensive rewards – competitive salary, performance bonus, 401(k) with match, robust health coverage, and employee-only bulk pricing on food staples.

About Blue Signal:

Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Remote work, 3 days per week,

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