Food Purchasing Assistant

The Food Purchasing Assistant manages the procurement of food products, ensuring quality, proper inventory levels, and cost-effective purchasing. Supports purchasing operations by managing vendor relationships, processing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and monitoring inventory levels to ensure cost-effective purchasing.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Other responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Create, track, and process purchase orders while updating order data, including invoices and delivery dates.
• Maintains accurate records, assessing stock levels, and reducing spoilage.
• Communicates with suppliers regarding availability, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinates incoming shipments and sometimes routing deliveries.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with potential vendors for the best prices and quality.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure necessary products are in stock, preventing shortages.
• Maintain accurate supplier/product databases and prepare reports on purchases and costs.
• Verify, receive, and inspect incoming deliveries against purchase orders.
• Performs other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall needs of the business”.