US Foods Holding - Rosemont, IL
posted 2 months ago
The Area Buyer position at US Foods, Inc. in Rosemont, IL, is a hybrid role that combines both onsite and virtual work. This full-time position is integral to the Replenishment function, focusing on daily replenishment duties and key performance indicator (KPI) monitoring. The Area Buyer will drive the core replenishment buying work, ensuring that essential functions are fulfilled effectively. The role involves delivering on KPIs specific to desk goals, such as Service Level, Days-Inventory-On-Hand (DIOH), Excess and Obsolete inventory (E&O), and Spoilage. In this role, the Area Buyer will be responsible for preparing purchase orders (POs) by analyzing economic order quantities, forecasts, lead times, vendor setups, and safety stock. The position requires independent judgment to create efficient purchase orders with suppliers. The Area Buyer will also execute forward-buy opportunities to achieve profitability based on targeted goals, controlling decision rights on PO execution and timing to balance KPIs with business needs. Inventory monitoring is a critical aspect of this role, as the Area Buyer will proactively review projected out-of-stock reports daily and make purchasing decisions to ensure customer order fulfillment. The position also involves routine monitoring of inventory health reports and establishing communication with internal partners regarding supplier production delays or order shortages. The Area Buyer will coordinate cross-functionally to manage and improve key drivers of company performance, collaborating with internal and external partners to optimize inventory levels and minimize spoilage. Additionally, the Area Buyer will participate in a team of 3-10 talented Buyers, driving continuous improvement within the team by sharing challenges and operational learnings. This role requires clear communication channels to ensure smooth coordination between Replenishment Operations and cross-functional partners, contributing to a strong culture of customer service orientation and collaboration.