<p>Job Description</p> <p>The Procurement Specialist (Assistant Buyer) plays a key role in optimizing supply chain efficiency and driving business impact.</p> <p>The Procurement Specialist position will perform the following duties:</p> <ul> <li></li><li>Communication: Communicate effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and team members in order to ensure high levels of customer service and timely execution </li><li>Replenishment Buyer Support: Support Buyers in their day-to-day duties </li><li>Reporting: Analyze and distribute key purchasing reports </li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of inventory and purchasing activities </li><li>Compliance: Ensure compliance with Vistar (PFG) and SOX policies and procedures </li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>This is a great entry level position for a recent grad with a Supply Chain degree and/or folks wanting to start a career in Purchasing!</p> <p>#LI-RL1</p> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <p>Required Qualifications :</p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or Equivalent </li><li>0-6 months of experience in procurement or related area </li><li>Must have basic computer skills </li><li>Must be eager and willing to learn </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications :</p> <ul> <li>6 months - 2 years of experience in procurement or related area </li><li>Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field </li></ul>