KWF Position Available

INTERNAL JOB POSTING

Kimberton Whole Foods is seeking a Full-Time

Produce Buyer

Produce Buyer

Job Summary

Purchase, price and promote designated products to meet objectives for sales, margin and inventory turns, to keep designated sections fully stocked and to provide prompt, friendly, courteous customer service. Produce buyer is responsible for all produce.

Essential functions:

1.     Customer Service responsibilities.

2.     Purchasing.

3.     Product maintenance.

4.     Merchandising.

5.     Department Maintenance.

Other Responsibilities:

1.     Participate in setting sales, margin and inventory turns goals for department.

2.     Review department financial reports with Purchasing and Inventory Manager and take corrective action as needed.

3.     Answer and route calls, take and route messages as needed.

4.     Attend department and store meetings.

5.     Perform other tasks assigned by Purchasing and Inventory Manager.

Qualifications:

·     Experience in retail produce.

·     Knowledge of organic and commercial growing practices, and organic certification regulations.

·     Firm grasp of margin pricing.

·     Communications skills--good listener, clear instructions.

·     Demonstrated ability to handle multiple demands.

·     Regular, predictable attendance.

·     Ability to lift 50 lbs.

·     Willingness and ability to learn and grow to meet the changing requirements of the job.

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the team.

If you are interested in applying for this position or would like to view the full job description, please contact Lydia at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  by Thursday, December 29, 2011.