Grocery Buyer - National Brands
Job Description
Our client in Cincinnati, OH, has an immediate opening for a Grocery Buyer – National Brands on a direct hire basis.
Company Profile:
Established grocery retail organization with a strong market presence
Collaborative, team-oriented workplace culture
Passionate focus on quality, service, and community
Grocery Buyer – National Brands:
The Grocery Buyer – National Brands plays a vital role in driving the company’s procurement strategy for leading national grocery brands. This position focuses on vendor negotiation, category management, and ensuring optimal inventory levels across multiple store locations to support high-volume retail operations.
Manage product selection, purchasing, and replenishment of national brand grocery items across assigned categories.
Develop and execute buying strategies to meet sales goals, optimize margins, and maintain product assortment that aligns with consumer demand and company objectives.
Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships, negotiating pricing, freight, promotional programs, and distribution terms to drive cost efficiency and category growth.
Collaborate closely with merchandising, marketing, and operations teams to support new item introductions, seasonal programs, and planogram execution.
Analyze sales trends, inventory reports, and market data to identify growth opportunities, eliminate slow-moving SKUs, and improve turn performance.
Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and consumer preferences to influence data-driven buying decisions.
Ensure compliance with company quality standards, vendor policies, and supply chain guidelines.
Grocery Buyer – National Brands Background Profile:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Merchandising, or related field preferred.
5+ years of experience in grocery buying, category management, or procurement of national brand products.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills with proven results in supplier management and cost control.
Proficiency in PowerBI, Excel, and purchasing or inventory management systems.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.
Strong market awareness and commitment to delivering value for customers and stakeholders.
Willingness to travel for vendor meetings and trade events as needed.
Features and Benefits:
Comprehensive Health, Life, Vision, and Dental insurance plans
Paid vacation and holidays
401(k) with company match
Employee discount program
Career development and advancement opportunities
Job Requirements
Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Cook
Mike Cook or as he is known in the industry "Grocery Store Mike", is a specialized grocery retail recruiter for Frontline Source Group. With more than 35+ years in the grocery retail industry, Mike started as a part-time courtesy clerk. He worked his way up to serve in-store leadership positions with both traditional and specialty food formats. His expertise lies in hiring, training, and developing company leaders for small supermarkets to large grocery store operations with hundreds of locations. This experience is what differentiates his ability to recruit top Grocery talent from other recruiters in the market place.
Throughout his career, Mike has placed an emphasis on professional development and continuing education. He was in the charter class of Brookshire University, graduating as salutatorian. He also has earned certificates of proficiency in management specialized leadership and retail management from Tyler Junior College. The later certification was in collaboration with the Western Association of Food Chains. And, he has received numerous awards and accolades for customer service and leadership.
Mike has a passion for community service, having served as a board member for the Bear Creek Specialty Utility District (formerly Lavon Water Supply Corporation) from 2007-2013; Community Independent School District board trustee from 2013-2017; and currently serves as Lavon City Councilman, Place 2 since 2017.