Fresh Assistant II

About the Company

Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG) is a retailer-owned cooperative serving over 3,000 retail member stores with a complete assortment of grocery, fresh meat, fresh produce, specialty foods, health care, and general merchandise items. Through an extensive distribution network and nine distribution centers, AWG and its subsidiaries deliver in over 28 states. The company also operates subsidiary companies providing real estate and supermarket development services, digital marketing services, and wholesale supply of health and beauty care, general merchandise, specialty/international foods, and pharmaceuticals.

About the Role

Assist the Fresh Sales team with all aspects of the department, with a primary focus on buyer and procurement assistance. The role involves extensive interaction and communication with retailers, vendors, and the sales team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Buyers in all procurement aspects, with primary responsibility for creating purchase orders (POs) and assisting member retailers.
• Contact brokers, vendors, and sales representatives for departmental information needs.
• Create promotional (Excel) documents related to item and category information as requested by the Senior Buyer or Sales Manager.
• Enter store orders into the system and re-bill out-of-stocks or reship products.
• Submit and research store credit requests.
• Track and monitor purchase orders and SSO (Special Service Orders).
• Create on-demand reports for Buyers and Category Managers on a daily basis or as needed.
• Assist in billing back manufacturers and vendors for appropriate charges.
• Move daily store orders as needed to support retail service levels.
• Communicate with the corporate traffic department and suppliers via email or phone.
• Perform other duties as required by the Sales Manager or Senior Buyer.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching from floor level to six feet in height, walking, writing, sitting, and climbing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, with advanced Excel and Access knowledge.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and accurate, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Strategic thinker who identifies opportunities for process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and mainframe systems and functions.
• Strong math skills and proficiency in 10-key.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities.