Senior Buyer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Sysco scores B on the Alion truth index.
Company:
US1601 Coastal Sunbelt Produce, LLCSales Territory:
NoneZip Code:
20723Travel Percentage:
0Compensation Range:
$92,400.00 - $138,600.00The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.comJOB SUMMARY
The senior buyer is responsible for assigned commodities which include pricing, procuring product, maintaining quality, management of inventory levels.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Determine daily needs and maintain the desired inventory levels.
- Order loads and build trucks for loading.
- Manage troubled loads, protections, credits, shrink.
- Participate in the weekly pricing meeting.
- Procurement representative for weekly operational meetings.
- Serves as liaison between the sales staff and the procurement department.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High school degree or equivalent.
- College degree preferred.
Experience
- 3 to 5 years purchasing in like field and/or working within a retail, wholesale, or distribution environment
- 2 years of produce-related purchasing of free on board (FOB) items.
Professional Skills
- Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Detail-oriented.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively over the phone, good negotiating and interpersonal skills and ability to handle stress effectively.
- General understanding of computers.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple assignments.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Able to prioritize and execute multiple short and long terms tasks simultaneously.
- Must be able to work with all levels within the organization.
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.