Performance Food Group

OpCo Purchasing Manager

Performance Food Group • $95K — $110K *
Los Angeles, CA 90011In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 4-year degree in related field or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of buying, inventory management, or sales experience
  • Experience with short shelf-life products
  • Proven negotiation skills
  • Strong analytical ability with data
  • Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with R6, AS400, or SAP is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with purchasing team to align strategies with local needs
  • Manage local suppliers for fresh dairy and produce
  • Optimize inventory levels based on demand forecasts
  • Communicate purchasing initiatives to operational staff
  • Track spoils and risks to minimize inventory loss
  • Negotiate income opportunities with suppliers
  • Prepare customer-specific scorecards as required

Benefits

  • Car allowance and mileage reimbursement
  • Monthly cell phone stipend
  • Opportunity for bonus based on key performance indicators
  • Clear career progression opportunities
  • Work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Details:
  • Location: 2311 East 48th Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90058
  • Work Schedule: This is an onsite role, Monday-Friday, normal business hours
    • Subject to change based on business needs
  • Travel: Less than 10%
  • Compensation: $95k-$110k base salary, depending on experience + Bonus (up to 20% eligibility) based on KPIs!!!
    • Company Phone & Laptop/Equipment provided

Position Summary:
Reporting directly to the OpCo President, you will ensure your OpCo has the right products at the right time to meet customer needs by collaborating closely with a centralized purchasing team to execute purchasing strategies. In addition to this coordination, you will take direct ownership of managing local suppliers for fresh food items and inventory. By optimizing inventory levels, analyzing demand forecasts, and working with cross-functional teams, you will drive improvements in fill rates and earned income, playing a key role in the success of our organization.

Responsibilities:
Communication:
  • Ensure OpCo specific needs (new customers, operational constraints, seasonality, etc.) are addressed.
  • Communicate purchasing specific initiatives that would impact operational personnel.
  • Establish solid relationships with corporate purchasing team.
  • Meet with OpCo president monthly to review and discuss the "traffic report" from previous period.
  • Address inventory concerns including aging, overstock, and spoils risk.
  • Prepare and communicate customer specific scorecards as needed.
  • Track spoils and spoils risk, partner with corporate buyers to reduce spoils risk.
  • Monitor late PO reports and provide action steps to corporate purchasing team or OpCo receiving department.
Purchasing:
  • Review and maintain forecasting and inventory levels to ensure achievement of targeted fill rate for assigned suppliers.
  • Manage all aspects of the inner house and DCIS process between Core-Mark OpCos.
  • Act as the buyer of record for all purchasing activity between assigned Core-Mark OpCo and PFG OpCos.
  • Monitor and communicate all purchasing aspects of our PFG Food Service programs to OpCo and corporate associates.
  • Review and execute Sku Rationalization process every quarter.
  • Create RPO returns for regulated suppliers in SAP OpCos.
Income:
  • Negotiate with suppliers to develop and execute OpCo specific income opportunities.
  • Maintaining promotions and allowance with assigned vendors.
  • Track and manage speed to market programs for regulated suppliers.
  • Engage and facilitate marketing initiatives with customers such as flyers and ads.
  • Assist with OpCo or regional Expo/Trade Shows as needed.
  • Manage audit process to ensure all deductions are legitimate.
Miscellaneous:
  • Travel when required for position (less than 10%).
  • Understand and review OpCo P&L.
  • Maintain safe work environment, adhere to safety procedures.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:
  • Experience negotiating merchandising income opportunities as a plus.
  • Experience managing short shelf-life products (food, produce, dairy, etc.).
  • Ability to analyze multiple forms of data as it relates to the decision-making process.
  • Demonstrated professional leadership and negotiation abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and solve problems.
  • Able to work independently and communicate effectively (written and verbal).
  • Proficiency in Excel, other Microsoft Office products, and Windows-based programs.
  • Familiarity or working knowledge of DCMS, R6, AS400 and SAP highly desired.
  • Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn principles and practices of Purchasing, Sales, and Marketing.


Required Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 5+ years of combined buying, inventory management, sales, procurement, or category management experience.
• 2+ years with supplier management, negotiating or vendor management.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in food service, wholesale, grocery, or retail convenience industries.
• Experience with CRM platforms such as SalesForce, SAP, DCMS, R6 or AS400.
• Experience with PowerBi.
• CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certification.

About Performance Food Group

Performance Food Group delivers more than 150,000 food and related products to customers across the United States, but that’s not all. They build lasting relationships with their customers, doing everything we can to ensure success.

Performance Food Group Careers

Join the dynamic team at Performance Food Group (PFG), one of the largest foodservice distributors in the nation, and propel your career to new heights in an industry-leading company. At PFG, we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity, innovation, and growth, offering unparalleled job opportunities across various sectors of the food distribution industry.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a rewarding journey with Performance Food Group, where you can leverage your skills to drive significant change and efficiency in the foodservice sector. Our team at PFG is dedicated to excellence and leadership in delivering top-notch service and products to our customers.

Innovate and Lead

At PFG, innovation and leadership go hand in hand. Join our team to lead projects that transform the foodservice distribution landscape. With a focus on cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices, your work will directly contribute to shaping the future of food distribution.

Be Part of a Great Team

Performance Food Group is not just a company; it’s a community. Here, you will work alongside professionals who are leaders in their fields, committed to sharing their knowledge and experience. Our culture promotes teamwork, professional growth, and networking, all within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Career Development

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership programs, and continuous professional development. Whether you are looking for an internship, entry-level position, or a managerial role, PFG offers a ladder to success, providing the tools and training necessary to grow your career.

Explore Job Opportunities

From logistics and supply chain management to sales and customer relations, the career paths at Performance Food Group are diverse and fulfilling. We are actively hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, curious, and eager to drive innovation in the foodservice industry.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a PFG internship. Gain hands-on experience, develop essential industry skills, and make invaluable networking connections. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the foodservice distribution industry, preparing you for full-time employment in your chosen field.

Benefits and Culture

At Performance Food Group, we understand that our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer competitive benefits, including health care, retirement plans, and wellness programs, designed to meet the needs of our diverse team members. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring that every team member can achieve their personal and professional goals.

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Learn more about Performance Food Group
Size
23,000 employees
Market Cap
$9 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
-$174.5 million
Founded
1875
5 Year Trend
+24.9%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
NASDAQ
PFGC
* Ladders Estimates

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