Buyer

About this position

TITLE: Buyer
DIVISION: Purchasing
REPORTS TO: Purchasing Manager
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt/Salaried

Position Overview

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-driven Buyer to join our Purchasing team. In this key role, you’ll help drive cost-effective purchasing, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support smooth, efficient operations across multiple departments. It’s an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Sources, evaluates, and negotiates with vendors and suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, quality, and service levels.
• Develops, manages, and strengthens relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and accountability.
• Collaborates with internal teams to understand purchasing requirements and align strategies with operational and business goals.
• Maintains accurate and organized purchasing documentation, pricing data, and delivery records.
• Supports procurement policy updates and compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager or Senior Buyer.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2–4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred (or equivalent professional experience).
• Proven success in vendor relationship management and strategic negotiation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing systems or ERP software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of procurement ethics, policies, and compliance requirements.

Company Overview

LAMM Food Service, founded in 1972 and based in Lafayette, Louisiana, is a broadline food distributor that specializes in delivering high-quality food products and exceptional customer service. They serve a diverse range of customers, including restaurants, convenience stores, schools, correctional facilities, and more, primarily throughout Louisiana and parts of Texas.

Salary

$70,000-$80,000

Why Join LAMM?

• Be part of an industry leader serving communities across the nation.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter.
• Growth and advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization.
• Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful work with a purpose.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Professional office environment. Primary office environment is ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.

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.