What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Meridian Farm Market?
- in Meridian Farmhouse
Who We Are
Meridian Farm Market is a family business that operates farm market style grocery stores and a central distribution warehouse across the lower mainland. With a location opening in Abbotsford this summer, Meridian will expand to nine locations. In addition to unmatched customer service, Meridian has exciting fresh food offerings making it the ultimate destination for those who enjoy quality food and exceptional service.
We hope you will join our growing family business! Enjoy a 30% employee discount, extended health benefits, competitive pay and a fantastic work environment.
What we are looking for:
In addition to a purchasing background, the successful candidate will have the ability to work well with others and contribute to an efficient warehouse operation.
This role is for you if you have:
- Purchasing experience including:
- Maintenance of Purchase orders
- Inventory management
- Vendor management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Forecasting inventory needs
- ERP and/or inventory management software
- Desire and ability to work as part of a team
What we offer:
- 30% Store Discount
- Extended Benefits
- Paid sick time
- Competitive Wage with twice per year increases
- Friendly work environment
- Opportunity to grow with the company
Duties involved:
- Reviewing existing inventory
- Creating PO’s for needed inventory
- Managing expiration dates and using available mechanisms to move short-dated product
- Assisting on the warehouse floor as needed
- Working with department leads
- Working with inbound team for product receipts
- Working with Vendors on deliveries and scheduling
- Review vendor invoices and matching with PO pricing
- Review and update Product specifications in software
- Working with category specialists to support the retail stores
Salary : $38,200 - $48,300