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Associate Buyer - Produce

Job Summary:

Truong Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Produce Associate Buyer who is passionate about food, pricing, and market trends. This role is responsible for managing purchase orders (POs), coordinating logistics, monitoring inventory levels, and analyzing pricing to ensure efficient procurement processes. The ideal candidate is well-organized, a critical thinker, and has experience in the food industry—preferably in Asian produce. 

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Job Responsibilities: 

  • Oversee product deliveries from vendors and ensure accurate receipt of goods. 

  • Prepare, manage, and track purchase orders (POs) from initiation to completion. 

  • Coordinate trucking and logistics, maintaining clear communication with transportation partners. 

  • Work closely with Warehouse and Receiving teams to track inventory conditions and quantities. 

  • Collaborate with the Marketing team to plan monthly promotions and special sales based on stock levels and market conditions. 

  • Communicate with the Sales team to stay informed about current market pricing and customer preferences to remain competitive. 

  • Forecast and place merchandise orders based on inventory levels, sales projections, and market trends. 

  • Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with suppliers to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs. 

 

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in the food or logistics industry (ethnic grocery experience preferred). 

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. 

  • Bachelor's degree in business or a related field preferred but not required. 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) is essential; experience with Power BI is a plus. 

  • Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills. 

  • Effective communication skills to interact with vendors, customers, and team members in person, via phone, email, and text. 

  • Bilingual skills in Spanish or Chinese are encouraged. 

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  • Medical, Dental, and 401(k) benefits 

  • Paid Vacation, PTO, and six observed holidays 

  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development 

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If you have a strong background in produce procurement and eager to contribute to a dynamic and growing organization, apply today!

Associate Buyer - Grocery & Frozen 

Job Summary:

The Grocery & Frozen Associate Buyer is detail-oriented, curious about pricing and market trends, and passionate about food. This position's primary responsibility is to confirm POs, arrange logistics, monitor receiving of goods, and analyze pricing. The candidate must be well-organized, a critical thinker, and have experience working in the food industry, Asian grocery is preferred. 

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Job Responsibilities: 

  • Monitor product deliveries from vendors and receipt of goods. 

  • Prepare and manage POs from beginning to end. 

  • Arrange trucking and stay on top of updates from logistics partners. 

  • Interact with Warehouse and Receiving teams to stay up to date with condition and quantity of inventory.  

  • Coordinate with the marketing team to run monthly promotion or special sales based on stock levels or market factors. 

  • Communicate with Sales team to understand current market prices to stay competitive and customer’s preferences. 

  • Order merchandise by estimating stock requirements based on inventory on-hand, sales orders, projected volume of sales, and current economic condition. 

  • Manage all communication and negotiate with suppliers on price and delivery terms to reduce inventory levels and cost. 

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • 2 or more years of experience in the food industry or logistics industry, ethnic grocery experience preferred. 

  • Ability to work independently, while efficiently and effectively with team members. 

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field is preferred but not required. 

  • Proficiency with MS Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook is essential.  

  • Experience with Power BI is preferred.   

  • Ability to multi-task, work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.  

  • Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. 

  • Ability to effectively communicate with vendors, customers, team members via in person, over the phone, email, text, etc.  

  • Ability to speak English, bilingual is encouraged (Spanish and Chinese). 

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Benefits:​

  • Medical, Dental, and 401(k) benefits 

  • Paid Vacation, PTO, and six observed holidays 

  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development 

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If you have a strong background in grocery & frozen procurement and eager to contribute to a dynamic and growing organization, apply today!

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