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Fresh Poultry Buyer

Company: The Judge Group | Location: Conover, North Carolina | Posted: Aug 10, 2026

Job Summary

Our client, a Fortune 500 food distributor, is adding a sharp, detail-driven Fresh Poultry Buyer to their procurement team in Conover, NC. If you have purchasing experience within a large chain restaurant, retail food distribution, food manufacturing, or foodservice distribution and can manage vendors, negotiate pricing, and keep product flowing, this is a strong next step.

What You'll Do

  • Source and select vendors who deliver reliable service, quality fresh poultry, and competitive pricing
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships with poultry companies and resolve issues with invoicing, product quality, or delivery
  • Purchase product based on demand, economic order quantities, warehouse capacity, and market conditions
  • Negotiate pricing, quantities, and long-term agreements to secure a continuous supply
  • Support emergency sourcing needs and expedite product when required
  • Provide product and pricing information to the sales team and recommend pricing structures
  • Evaluate alternate suppliers and monitor vendor performance
  • Assist with special orders and maintain in-stock service levels
  • Minimize shrinkage
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support the procurement team


Compensation & Benefits

  • Total compensation up to $100,000 (salary + bonus) in your first year, depending on experience
  • Top-tier Fortune 500-level benefits, including:
    • Medical, dental, and vision
    • Excellent matching 401(k)
    • Robust insurance and wellness programs
    • Additional employee benefits and perks
  • Career progression opportunities across their network


What We're Looking For

  • High School Diploma/GED required (Bachelor's degree preferred)
  • 2+ years of fresh poultry purchasing experience is required (No exceptions)
  • Must have experience working for multi-unit restaurant chains, foodservice distributors, or retail food distributors.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor-management skills
  • Ability to analyze data, understand market trends, and make smart purchasing decisions
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment


Location

  • Conover, NC
  • Relocation assistance offered

If you're a fresh poultry buyer who thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to grow with a strong organization, let's talk.

Interested or know someone who fits? Message me directly at rarritola judge.com.

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How to Apply

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