Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Central Ordering Coordinator provides support to the operating divisions by designing inventory controls including par levels, organization of storage areas and ongoing training of key employees on the use of online ordering systems. Takes a hands-on approach by partnering with store managers to develop best practices and establishing ongoing positive business relationships to ensure compliance with standards of ordering and inventory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist managers with development of par levels and implements organization plan for storage areas to ensure efficient use of products and minimizing waste.
2. Performs work at various store locations as assigned including primary responsibilities at a minimum 6-8 locations.
3. Develop plan for transfer of overstocked products and recommends forecasting strategies for standing orders including holidays/specials to minimize waste.
4. Understands product use and preparation in accordance with R & D guidelines and monitors handling of food products to ensure quality controls.
5. Acts as liaison between vendors and stores and communicates changes in a timely manner. Trains key managers on use of the online ordering system and shares best practices for product control.
6. Conducts periodic store audits to ensure organization of storage areas.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Reviews and summarizes store practices and communicates strengths and weaknesses to manager.
2. Develops and assists with implementation of processes for efficiency improvements.
3. Creates end of month comparative reports and makes recommendations for change where appropriate. Develops departmental communications; maintains and updates files and databases; contributes to and supports departmental initiatives.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Scheduling:

- Available to work Monday through Friday; when required weekends and holidays

- Approximately 45 - 50 hours per week

1. Physical Ability:

- Ability to independently lift and carry 25 pounds or more

- Ability to stand for long periods of time

- Able to reach, bend, squat, push and pull

- Current valid driver's license

1. Mental Ability:

- Numerically inclined

- Problem solving ability

- Analytical skills including strength to attend to details

- Good decision making skills

- Planning/organizational skills

1. Pre-Employment Requirements:

- Must pass pre-employment drug screening

1. Environmental Conditions:

- Office Environment: air conditioned

- Store Environment: Must be able to tolerate temperatures ranging from 0

degrees to 95 degrees

1. Education:

- High School Diploma or G. E. D. required

1. Experience:

- Comprehensive knowledge of food related products and service purchasing policies and practices

1. Desired Skills:

- 10-key by touch

- Ability to operate personal computer with various software programs

- Reporting and presentation skills

- Strong interpersonal/human relations skills

- Good verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to interact with vendors and provide assistance to stores

1. Desired Attributes:

- Accurate with numbers

- Ability to plan/organize

- Ability to work with little or no supervision

- Ability to handle confidential information

Salary Description

$48,000-$51,000