About the Role
Nassau Candy is seeking a Replenishment Specialist to ensure an optimal supply of inventory of specialty food products to meet customer demand.
Responsibilities
- Perform replenishment buying for perishable products.
- Run inventory usage reports and determine replenishment needs.
- Analyze inventory levels versus current order activity, trends, and market demand.
- Develop promotional and sales strategies with Gourmet Foods Buyer.
- Obtain all key information provided by vendors for each item purchased, including UPC codes, weights, pallet configurations, pack sizes, prices, deals, lead times, shipping methods, product handling requirements, promotions, and terms.
- Responsible for food safety and communicating potential food safety issues.
- Liaise with Sales on products, promotions, and special offerings.
- May perform other duties and participate in other projects as required by the department.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing in the manufacturing or distribution industry.
- Knowledge of Inventory Control procedures
- Highly detail oriented, strong written and verbal communication skills and Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to multi-task in a dynamic and busy work environment.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
- Working knowledge of ERP systems
Skills
- MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
- ERP systems
Location
- Long Island
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive Pay
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- AFLAC
- Pet Insurance
- Vacation, PTO, and Paid Holidays
- 401 (k)
- Employee Discounts
About the Company
- Nassau Candy is a premier importer, manufacturer, and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products.
- Family-oriented company culture
- Well-established and thriving Long Island company
Equal Opportunity
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
