About Us:

The Save Mart Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in California and Nevada. It is home to a number of well-known brands in food retailing. You might have seen our banners that include Save Mart, Lucky, Lucky California and Food Maxx. We also have 4 distribution centers and SMART Refrigerated Transport, a trucking firm that transports dry groceries, frozen foods, ice and novelties to all of The Save Mart Companies stores. We are a locally owned business, headquartered in the heart of one of the greatest agricultural areas of our nation - the San Joaquin Valley.

The Modesto community is vibrant with great traditions, educational opportunities and multi-cultural lifestyles. Aside from mild weather year-round, Modesto allows for easy access to many major tourist attractions in California. To the west lies the San Francisco Bay Area (90-miles) and the Santa Cruz Beach (115-miles). To the east is the famed Gold Country “Mother Lode” (50-miles) and a little farther you can find the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range, Lake Tahoe (180-miles) and Yosemite National Park (110-miles).

Some of our competitive benefits include: exceptionally generous benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K), flexible schedule options, Employee Connection (earn fun and valuable prizes!), Life Long Learning – Educational opportunities, Employee Association (discounted and free tuition options, contests, and support services).

We are currently recruiting for the position of:

BUYER, DRY REPLENISHMENT - Modesto, CA

The Replenishment Buyer maintains appropriate service levels on assigned categories, while balancing services level requirements with inventory management objectives. Buyers are responsible for Roseville, and/or Yosemite warehouses. Departments for replenishment can include; Grocery, liquor, Dairy/Deli, and/or GM/HBC items. Buyers work closely with banner teams, supply chain partners, and various support departments in order to effectively manage inventory for the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Evaluate vendor quote and services to determine most desirable pricing

• Manage and support promotional, excess and non-movement inventory levels

• Maintain optimal product freshness and fill rate

• Purchase and negotiate with suppliers

• Manage the cost/deal cost variances to ensure terms and cost accuracy

• Reconcile purchase orders and invoices

• Create and track purchase orders and deals with delivery and stock issues

• Maintain inventory tracking reports and service exceptions

• Management of the Product Life-Cycle

• Work under general supervision with certain degree of creativity and latitude

• Perform other duties as assigned

LOCATION: Central Valley-Roseville CA

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Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Knowledge of supply chain functions, policies and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

• Experienced in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

• Excellent negotiation skills

• Advanced analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond timely to urgent matters

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Strong fact-finding skills

• Excellent organizational skills

Education: Two-year college degree (or equivalent knowledge gained through formal education, specialized training, and/or additional job experience)

Experience: Three years directly related experience

Other: Maintain timely and regular attendance.

Physical: Basic office and store environment: ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, use stairs, reach, pull and lift objects

The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.