Merchandise Planner - Produce jobs in Maryland

Merchandise Planner - Produce develops strategies and techniques to increase sales of produce. Analyzes department profits and profit margins of individual items. Being a Merchandise Planner - Produce controls ordering, inventory, and quality of produce. Responsible for increasing business with new and existing customers. Additionally, Merchandise Planner - Produce may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Planner - Produce typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lead Produce Buyer
  • 1932 Specialty Produce & Meat
  • Elkridge, MD FULL_TIME
  • 1932 Specialty Produce & Meat is a growing division of Saval Foodservice, a local and family owned broadline food service distributor. As an independent company with experienced and accessible management, we’re able to make improvements, address issues, and update systems quickly and efficiently.

    Our Troy Hill Warehouse location is conveniently located in Elkridge, Maryland 21075. Elkridge is a relatively short commute from Catonsville, Ferndale, Severn, Ellicot City, Brooklyn Park, Glen Burnie, Columbia, South Gate, Baltimore, Odenton, North Laurel, Lochearn, and Hillcrest Heights.

    Position Overview:

    As a 1932 Produce Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in our supply chain, responsible for procuring fresh produce from local farms and global suppliers. You will leverage your expertise in agricultural markets to ensure that our inventory meets our quality standards, pricing objectives, and delivery schedules. Your ability to build strong relationships with growers and negotiate favorable terms will be essential to our success.

    Responsibilities:

    · Source and purchase a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms, growers, and suppliers.

    · Work with our buying group, ProAct, to source produce from the West Coast.

    · Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and weather patterns to anticipate supply fluctuations and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.

    · Develop and maintain relationships with farmers and suppliers to secure reliable sources of high-quality produce.

    · Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to optimize cost-effectiveness and maintain profitability.

    · Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and efficient inventory management.

    · Conduct regular quality inspections of incoming produce to ensure adherence to our standards and specifications.

    · Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop promotional strategies and support customer needs.

    · Analyze sales data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product expansion and improvement.

    Qualifications:

    · Proven experience as a produce buyer or in a similar procurement role within the food industry.

    · In-depth knowledge of agricultural markets, produce varieties, and seasonality.

    · Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.

    · Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.

    · Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

    · Experience with procurement software is a plus.

    · Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and work in a fast-paced environment.

    Schedule:

    Full Time

    Recognized by the Baltimore Business Journal as a winning Family Owned Business for 2022.

    Learn more about us at savalfoods.com/careers

    Saval Foods LLC is an equal opportunity Employer

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Employee discount
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Referral program
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Day shift

    People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

    Work Location: In person

  • 4 Days Ago

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Aerie - Merchandise Leader (Part-Time) - US
  • Merchandise Leader (Part-Time) - US - American Eagle Outfitters Careers
  • United States, MD PART_TIME
  • BE PART OF SOMETHING REAL YOUR ROLE As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store is always rocking AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise li...
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AE - Merchandise Leader (Part-Time) - US
  • Merchandise Leader (Part-Time) - US - American Eagle Outfitters Careers
  • United States, MD PART_TIME
  • BE PART OF SOMETHING REAL YOUR ROLE As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store is always rocking AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise li...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Planner
  • TC Energy
  • Cumberland, MD FULL_TIME
  • Determined. Imaginative. Curious. If these are some of the ways you describe yourself we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are Energy Problem Solvers passionate about transitioning North ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Planner
  • City of Takoma Park
  • Takoma Park, MD FULL_TIME
  • The City of Takoma Park, Maryland, is seeking an experienced Planner who is a self-starter with strong communication and project management skills. Our planning sta is small and plays an important rol...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Dispatcher night shift
  • Class Produce Group LLC
  • Lisbon, MD FULL_TIME
  • Description : The Dispatcher uses modern routing software in order to develop, alter, and optimize delivery routes. Dispatchers must effectively communicate and serve as the liaison between drivers an...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Merchandise Planner
  • Oxford Industries Inc.
  • Greenville, SC
  • Merchandise Planner page is loaded **Merchandise Planner** **Merchandise Planner** locationsGreenville, SC - Southern Ti...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Planner
  • Adecco
  • New York, NY
  • Adecco Creative and Marketing has partnered with women's fashion house to hire a planner (category: tops). This is a 4-5...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Planner
  • Coldwater Creek
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Be your best self join the team at Coldwater Creek! At Coldwater Creek, we believe that every woman at every stage shoul...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Planner
  • Windsor Fashions
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA
  • Job Summary: As a Merchandise Planner you will work closely with the Buying, and Allocation teams to develop and review ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Planner
  • Coldwater Creek
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Be your best self – join the team at Coldwater Creek! At Coldwater Creek, we believe that every woman – at every stage –...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandising Planner
  • Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Lead training and category projects for Deli Food and Dispensed Beverage Responsible for identifying opportunities to in...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Planner
  • DTLR, Inc.
  • Hanover, MD
  • POSITION SUMMARY: The Merchandise Planner manages the planning process and develops, executes, and communicates merchand...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandise Planner
  • AREA
  • New York, NY
  • Area is seeking to hire a merchandise retail planner to support inventory strategy and management across its business ch...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Merchandise Planner - Produce jobs
$70,315 to $95,459