Buyer

TriMark USA is the country’s largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. We proudly serve our customers by providing design services, commercial equipment, and foodservice supplies across a wide range of industries and business sectors. Headquartered in Massachusetts, with a history dating back to 1896, we have locations across the country that offer foodservice operators an unparalleled level of service by combining our unique design capabilities and our expert market knowledge with the purchasing strength, delivery, installation, and after-sales service capabilities of a national company. Our employees are focused on creating customized solutions for our clients to ensure they achieve their culinary goals while upholding our I.C.A.R.E. values: Integrity, Customer Service, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. For more information, please visit:

Why you’ll love it here!
+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance
+ 401k
+ Community Service Day
+ Spotlight Awards
+ National Sales Excellence Awards
+ CFSP Prep Certification Program

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Buyer reports to the Purchasing Manager
• Located in Bedford Park, IL
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

As a Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing our procurement processes, ensuring the acquisition of items and goods at the right price, quantity, and timing. Your focus on building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers will contribute to meeting customer needs and achieving overall inventory and working capital objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of the assigned product category and collaboration with cross-functional teams, including accounting and operations, to handle invoicing, cost discrepancies, and receiving variances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Procurement:

• Utilize MRP to procure special and stock items with a focus on the right quantity, cost, and timing.
• Update pricing, inventory, and master files to maintain accuracy.

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Build and develop relationships with key suppliers to enhance collaboration and ensure reliable supply chains.
• Perform supplier reviews, address performance issues, and provide effective solutions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Interact with sales personnel by providing price lists, updates on out-of-stock items, and recommending alternatives.
• Work closely with customer service and accounting teams to resolve issues, including payment discrepancies and product-related inquiries.

RFQ Management:

• Compile comprehensive RFQ packages to facilitate informed decision-making in the procurement process.

Timely Resolution:

• Ensure timely resolution of past-due purchase orders to meet departmental goals.
• Collaborate with the operations team to address receiving variances and over/under shipments.

COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and experienced in MRP usage.
• Strong vendor management skills to establish and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated organizational abilities with a strong sense of urgency.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 2 – 4 years of buying/planning/sourcing/negotiating experience in a distribution environment or equivalent military or practical experience, or equivalent military or practical experience.
• Experience with paper, disposables, or janitorial products is a plus.
• Experience in the food service industry.
• Familiarity with contracts and rebates.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

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The range provided represents the national average pay range for this position and is considered to be a general guideline. Pay for this position will reflect the candidate’s unique qualifications and may be higher or lower than the range provided based on employee geographic location. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other local, state, and federal law.

In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for participation in TriMark’s’ benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K (with employer match), etc. Leadership positions may also qualify for participation in bonus programs commensurate with role and scope of responsibility.

TriMark’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is a purposeful mission of strengthening our organization and those we serve by uniting the unique and beautiful differences of our employees. This mission is instilled in the fiber of who we are as a company, setting the standard for our industry. We are committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and belonging through sharing, education, and experiences.

TriMark USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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