About the Role: You will be a part of the Grocery team which is responsible for the category management decisions, assortment planning, seasonal planning, RFP's and the buying and replenishment of everyday items. As a Grocery Buyer, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of your assigned categories within the Department, generating +-$80M annually. Your primary role is to optimize the assortment through exceptional category management practices, including a rigorous regular item level review, supplier performance reviews & promotional planning while supporting our commitment of providing VALUE to our customers. This role reports to the Director - Purchasing.
Responsibilities Include:- Analyze internal and syndicated data to identify assortment opportunities and emerging trends.
- Define retail pricing strategies to optimize sales, inventory turns, and profit margins.
- Take calculated risks to drive excitement and engagement with customers.
- Negotiate the most competitive costs to enhance customer value perception.
- Recommend and champion innovative solutions during vendor negotiations.
- Manage DSD Order Guides in the Power HQ system, ensuring pricing and UPC data accuracy.
- Collaborate with the Inventory Planning team to identify opportunities that strategically grow sales while minimizing losses.
- Cultivate and strengthen relationships with current suppliers.
- Prioritize deals and opportunities based on Open-to-Buy (OTB) needs.
- Lead efforts to align and inspire cross-functional partners across Operations, Store Operations, Marketing, and IT-bringing together diverse perspectives to achieve shared goals.
- Set and execute short- and long-term plans aligned with team and departmental strategies.
- Adapt to shifting priorities and respond effectively to evolving business demands.
- Effectively communicate and position the unique Grocery Outlet and Independent Operator model to vendors.
About The Pay:- Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 Annually
- Annual Bonus Program
- Equity
- 401(k) Profit Sharing
- Medical, Dental, Vision & More!
- Final compensation will be determined based upon experience and skills and may vary based on location.
About You: - You have 10+ years of experience buying or selling consumer products
- Experience in a discount retail environment and/or working with an opportunistic product assortment is highly desirable.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for taking smart, calculated risks.
- Strong negotiation skills - confident presenting bold offers while driving mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Collaborative and people-oriented, with a natural ability to build strong relationships.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and minimal direction.
- Sharp trend-spotting instincts and a passion for identifying hot-selling products.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and reliable follow-through.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Passionate, driven, and consistently engaged in delivering results.
- Demonstrated history of driving growth, improvement, or innovation in previous roles.
