Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Description : TITLE : Buyer

DEPARTMENT : Procurement

REPORTS TO : Manager of Purchasing

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Seafood Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing inventory of fresh, frozen, and value-added seafood products. This role requires deep knowledge of seafood markets, sustainability practices, supplier management, and quality assurance to ensure product availability, quality, and compliance with safety standards. The Seafood Buyer plays a key role in maintaining strong vendor relationships and achieving cost-effective procurement while meeting customer and regulatory expectations.

REGULAR ASSIGNED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Monitor seafood market trends, supply chain issues, and pricing fluctuations to make informed buying decisions for assigned line items.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to meet cost and margin targets.
• At the direction of the Owner / CEO, work with the Processing Team to resolve product issues relative to quality and quantity of product.
• Act as liaison with vendors about specific product and shipment issues.
• Travels to vendors to examine operations and products.
• Works with sales to facilitate resolution of customer issues.
• Inspect products in warehouse and work with Quality Control Department on quality issues.
• Resolve supply issues, delays, or discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Attend conferences and meetings related to industry trends, innovations and education.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Experience :

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Benefits :

J.J. McDonnell offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-term & Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) plan

Other employee perks

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristic described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

J.J. McDonnell is committed to providing a diverse workforce experience. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, veteran, or disability status. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs.

Requirements :