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Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services needed by an organization. They evaluate suppliers, compare prices and quality, and ensure timely delivery of materials while maintaining cost-efficiency and compliance with company policies. This role involves managing purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with internal departments to understand procurement needs. Purchasing Specialists also monitor inventory levels, resolve vendor issues, and contribute to optimizing supply chain operations. Their work supports operational continuity and helps the organization meet its strategic and financial goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor special order items to ensure that they are moved as promised.
• Work with department managers to review dead/slow inventory and move to more appropriate warehouse(s).
• Assist retrieving confirmations prior to receiving.
• Work within SAP platform reviewing dashboards, ensuring all items are addressed timely.
• Assist in sourcing products.
• Review and help project anticipated out of stock products.
• Address administrative challenges with product (missing pictures, information, etc.)
• Work with vendors to ensure accurate descriptions.
• Adhere to rebill processes.
• Timely maintenance of an accurate database of vendor contacts.
• Appropriately address drop ship items.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

Required Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Work Experience: 1 - 3 Years

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with leaders verbally and written.
• Microsoft Office experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education: Associate's Degree/2-Year Technical

• Familiarity with inventory, scheduling and tracking software.
• Knowledge of SAP.